Club V Attendant Opportunity at Virgin Active South Africa Hillcrest KwaZulu Natal

Virgin Active South Africa is hiring a Club V Attendant at its Hillcrest club in KwaZulu Natal. This permanent role sits within the Clubs Coastal division and focuses on creating a safe, engaging, and structured environment for children in the Club V facility. The position suits candidates who enjoy working with children, leading activities, and maintaining a safe play environment inside a premium fitness club. You will support members by ensuring their children are cared for while they use the gym facilities. The role combines childcare, supervision, and activity coordination in a wellness-focused setting.

Role Overview

The Club V Attendant manages children’s activities and ensures a safe, clean, and engaging environment. You will lead structured play sessions, support themed programmes, and supervise children during their stay. The role also includes access control, equipment management, and strict safety adherence. You will follow set schedules and ensure all children are engaged in age-appropriate activities. The position requires energy, patience, and strong communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

Your daily responsibilities focus on childcare supervision, activity execution, and facility control.

You will:

• Manage electronic access for Club V members
• Monitor entry and exit of children
• Enforce the two-hour care rule
• Plan and deliver themed activity programmes
• Engage children through games and structured play
• Maintain hygiene and cleanliness standards
• Report incidents to management immediately
• Control toys, books, and activity materials
• Follow emergency and safety procedures
• Maintain operational checklists and records

Each task supports a safe and enjoyable environment for children.

Skills and Competencies Required

This role requires strong interpersonal ability and emotional control.

Key skills include:

• Communication and active listening
• Ability to engage and entertain children
• Patience and emotional stability
• Organisation and time management
• Ability to follow procedures
• Confidence in leading group activities
• Adaptability in fast-paced environments
• Decision making and responsibility

You must remain calm, alert, and attentive throughout each shift.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Valid First Aid certification
• Clear criminal record
• Completion of Club V internal training
• Active Play training certification
• Ability to work with children confidently
• Willingness to follow structured safety procedures

No formal academic qualification is required, but training compliance is essential.

Personal Attributes

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

• Friendliness and warmth
• High patience levels
• Responsibility and reliability
• Strong sense of safety awareness
• Positive attitude and energy
• Trustworthiness in childcare settings
• Willingness to learn and improve
• Ability to work under pressure

These traits are essential for success in a childcare-focused fitness environment.

Work Environment

You will work inside a Virgin Active fitness club environment. The role involves constant interaction with children and parents. You will be active throughout your shift, leading activities and supervising play areas. Cleanliness, safety, and structure are non-negotiable. You will also collaborate with team members to deliver scheduled programmes and maintain high service standards.

Career Development

This position offers experience in childcare, fitness club operations, and customer service. It can lead to further opportunities in wellness, early childhood programmes, or facility management. You will build strong skills in communication, leadership, and structured activity delivery.

Application

Apply here: Club V Attendant position at Virgin Active