Centre/Flagship Manager – Olympian Gymnastics

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About Olympian Gymnastics (OES)

Olympian Gymnastics is one of Ireland’s top gymnastics providers, delivering world-class training while fostering personal growth, safety, and a positive, supportive club culture. We are now looking for an experienced and motivated Centre Manager to join our team and lead one of our premier Dublin centres.

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role with well-established programmes already in place, a supportive senior team, and a positive working environment.

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Role Summary

• The Centre Manager will oversee the day-to-day success of the venue, ensuring smooth operations, outstanding coaching standards, and a strong customer experience. You’ll manage staff, drive membership growth and retention, and uphold Olympian Gymnastics’ values.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Venue Management

• Oversee all daily operations, ensuring efficient, safe, and high-quality delivery at the centre.
• Ensure all Health & Safety standards are upheld and that all staff adhere to compliance protocols.
• Implement and maintain Olympian’s Centre Operations Manual and best practices.
• Helping manage schedules and staff rosters and workflows
• Ensure the centre is adequately staffed
• Work closely with central admin teams to streamline processes and reduce unnecessary admin workload on site staff.
• Contribute ideas to support centre growth, programme improvements, and local partnerships.

Staff Leadership & Development

• Lead, motivate, and manage the coaching team, including Senior Coaching Team Staff Members and Lead Coaches.
• Conduct regular staff check-ins, coaching observations, and provide constructive feedback.
• Support recruitment and onboarding in coordination with senior management and HR.
• Foster a positive, professional, and supportive team culture.
• Champion staff training, welfare, and development opportunities.

Coaching & Programme Oversight

• Ensure high-quality delivery of Olympians gymnastics programmes in line with Olympian’s ethos.
• Mentor Senior Coaching Team staff to maintain coaching consistency and safety standards.
• Coach classes as needed.
• Monitor class quality, gymnast feedback, and coach performance, providing guidance and support.

Customer Experience & Community Engagement

• Be the primary point of contact for parents, members, and key community stakeholders.
• Handle escalated customer queries or feedback professionally and efficiently.
• Build strong relationships with members, parents, and the local community to support retention and engagement.

Projects & Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to projects and initiatives aimed at improving systems, processes, and overall centre performance.
• Continuously look for ways to improve operations, coaching, and customer service.
• Stay up to date on industry best practices and trends.

Key Requirements

• Sports coaching: 4 years (preferred)
• Management: 1 year (preferred)
• Recognised coaching qualifications in sports (such as swimming, athletics, etc.).
• Ideally, you will hold a gymnastics coaching qualification (Level 2 or Level 3), but if you don’t—no problem! Coaching qualifications can be provided through our educational partners.
• Experience in a leadership role within a sports club, leisure centre, or coaching environment.
• Experience managing staff, schedules, and daily venue operations.
• Strong understanding of coaching methodologies, safety protocols, and best practices.
• Customer-focused with excellent communication skills.
• Familiarity with digital tools like CRM systems or scheduling software is an advantage but not essential.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop staff teams.
• Excellent organisational skills, balancing coaching, operations, and admin responsibilities.
• Positive, solutions-focused mindset.
• Strong interpersonal skills to liaise confidently with parents, staff, and senior management.
• Self-motivated with the ability to motivate others.
• Enjoys working with and developing children.
• Confident and able to liaise with parents and members.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement.
• Ability to lead and manage groups of children from early years through to teens, ensuring age-appropriate instruction, safety, and enjoyment.
• Skilled in adjusting coaching techniques and group management strategies to suit varying developmental stages and learning styles.

Why Choose Olympian Gymnastics?

• Opportunity to work with a fun, friendly team and create lifelong friendships.
• Discounted gymnastics classes for you and your immediate family.
• On-site parking available.
• Well-established programs already in place—ready for you to step in and lead.
• In-house training provided, including safeguarding, first aid, Garda vetting, and further coaching qualifications.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: €36,000.00-€40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Work from home

Work Location: In person