Club V Attendant –
Job Title: Club V Attendant
Company: Virgin Active South Africa (Pty) Ltd
Division: Clubs Coastal – Gateway
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Employment Type: Permanent
Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
Job Functional Area: Education / Childcare
Minimum Experience: Entry Level
Closing Date: 07 August 2026
Job Overview
Virgin Active South Africa is looking for a caring, energetic, and enthusiastic Club V Attendant to join its Gateway Club in Durban. This permanent position is perfect for individuals who enjoy working with children and creating fun, engaging, and safe environments where young members can learn and play while their parents enjoy the club facilities.
The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising children, planning and facilitating activities, maintaining a clean and hygienic environment, and ensuring every child enjoys a safe, welcoming, and memorable experience. If you are patient, creative, and passionate about childcare, this could be an excellent opportunity to begin or grow your career within one of South Africa’s leading health and wellness brands.
Key Responsibilities
As a Club V Attendant, your duties will include:
- Managing the electronic access and exit of children into the Club V facility.
- Ensuring all access cards are valid and contain the correct information.
- Monitoring and enforcing the two-consecutive-hour attendance rule.
- Planning and carrying out activities according to the monthly activity roster and themed programmes.
- Interacting with children through games, educational activities, and creative play.
- Creating a fun, nurturing, and welcoming environment for toddlers, babies, and young children.
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic childcare facility at all times.
- Following all emergency procedures and operational standards.
- Supervising children to ensure their safety and well-being.
- Reporting incidents immediately to the Manager on Duty (MOD) or Club V Coordinator.
- Managing Club V equipment, toys, books, games, arts and crafts materials, consumables, and cleaning supplies using the required stock checklists.
- Supporting the delivery of children’s wellness and activity programmes.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- A clear criminal record.
- Up-to-date First Aid Training.
- Up-to-date in-house Club V Training.
- Up-to-date Active Play Training.
- A genuine passion and affinity for working with children.
- Confidence in entertaining and engaging children.
- Ability to conduct physical games and activities.
- Willingness to learn and implement new junior programmes.
Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate should possess:
- Excellent communication and listening skills.
- Patience and empathy.
- Strong time management skills.
- Adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently.
- Trustworthiness and professionalism.
- Decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Positive attitude and enthusiasm.
- Confidence and outgoing personality.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Friendly and approachable nature.
- Commitment to delivering outstanding customer service.
- Growth mindset with a willingness to learn and improve.
What Virgin Active Is Looking For
Virgin Active is seeking someone who is passionate about making a positive impact on children’s lives. The successful candidate should enjoy creating exciting experiences, be motivated to exceed expectations, and demonstrate initiative, accountability, and a strong work ethic. An interest in wellness beyond the gym environment and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues will be an added advantage.
Why Join Virgin Active?
Joining Virgin Active means becoming part of one of South Africa’s leading health and wellness organisations. Employees work in a supportive, energetic environment where personal growth, teamwork, and member satisfaction are highly valued. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in childcare, education, recreation, or fitness to gain valuable experience while helping create memorable experiences for children and families.
Closing Date: 07 August 2026