Gong Space Holistics is seeking a motivated and reliable Part-Time Operational Assistant to join its team in Derby. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to work in a supportive and wellness-focused environment while developing valuable organisational and operational skills.
In this role, you will support the smooth day-to-day running of operations, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and to a high standard. You will play a key part in maintaining a professional and welcoming environment for clients and team members.
The ideal candidate is friendly, approachable, and professional, with strong interpersonal and communication skills. You should be highly organised, possess effective time management abilities, and demonstrate a proactive attitude with the confidence to use your own initiative when handling responsibilities.
This is a great opportunity to join a growing organisation, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to a positive and client-focused environment. Apply today to become a Part-Time Operational Assistant at Gong Space Holistics in Derby.
Position: Operational Assistant
Job Type: Part-Time
Salary: £12.70 per hour
Location: Derby
Job Overview
Gong Space Holistics is a growing wellbeing centre in Derby City Centre offering yoga, Reiki, sound therapy, holistic treatments, training, corporate wellbeing and community-based services.
As we continue to develop and expand, we are looking for a reliable, organised and proactive Operational Assistant to support the day-to-day running of the centre.
This is a hands-on, varied role within a small and growing business, working closely alongside the Managing Director and wider team to ensure the smooth delivery of classes, treatments and events.
The Role
You will support the operational delivery of the centre across studios, therapy rooms and front-of-house, helping to ensure a calm, professional and welcoming environment at all times.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the day-to-day running of the centre
- Setting up and resetting studios for classes, workshops and events
- Assisting with movement and set-up of equipment (including gongs, frames, tables and chairs)
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation
- Supporting class and treatment schedules
- Assisting with general administration and information management
- Supporting use of booking systems and IT systems
- Providing a welcoming and professional presence for clients and visitors
- Cleaning and supporting general cleanliness and maintenance of the space
- This is a physically active role and requires someone comfortable working across different areas of the centre, including lifting and moving equipment.
Skills & Attributes
We are looking for someone who is:
- Friendly, approachable and professional
- Highly organised with good time management
- Proactive and able to use initiative
- Strong in interpersonal and communication skills
- Able to coordinate and plan effectively
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office and general IT systems
- Physically capable of moving equipment and supporting room set-ups
- Reliable and flexible in their approach to work
Working Pattern
- 20–30 hours per week
- Includes regular evening and weekend working to meet the needs of the business
Trial & Training Period
All successful applicants will be required to complete an initial trial and training period to ensure suitability for the role and alignment with the way we operate at Gong Space.
Why Join Gong Space?
- Be part of a growing and purpose-led wellbeing centre
- Gain experience across a wide range of operational activities
- Work within a supportive and collaborative environment
- Contribute to a business focused on wellbeing and community
Qualifications & Experience
- GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths
- A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) desirable
- Previous experience in a customer-facing, operational, hospitality, retail, leisure or wellbeing environment preferred
- Experience with scheduling, administration or coordination tasks advantageous
- Equivalent practical experience will be considered in place of formal qualifications
If you are practical, organised and enjoy a varied, hands-on role, we would love to hear from you. Own transport would be advantageous.
Please send your CV and a short Expression of Interest to: connect@gongspace.co.uk
Application Process
Application Deadline
Open until filled