Cabin Crew / Flight Attendant - London Gatwick Area
An award-winning airline is actively seeking positive, energetic, and motivated individuals to join its team as Cabin Crew / Flight Attendants based near London Gatwick. This presents a unique opportunity for candidates who aspire to a dynamic work environment, involving travel and interaction with diverse people, while maintaining a primary focus on aviation safety and delivering exceptional customer service.
The airline consistently recruits Cabin Crew members and invites interested candidates to explore upcoming recruitment events to register for a suitable opportunity.
Key Responsibilities of the Cabin Crew Role:
- Focusing equally on flight safety protocols and passenger care standards.
- Executing onboard and ground duties strictly in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Managing in-flight sales activities and handling cash transactions accurately.
- Greeting passengers warmly and providing assistance throughout their journey.
- Upholding the company's core values: dedication, inclusivity, positivity, and integrity.
- Joining a large, passionate community of aviation enthusiasts.
- The role includes being contracted and receiving payment from the initial day of training.
Essential Requirements:
- Applicants must be aged 18 years or over.
- Candidates are required to demonstrate an arm reach of 210 cm while standing on tiptoes.
- A minimum educational qualification equivalent to a high school degree or GCSE result is necessary.
- Fluency in both written and spoken English is mandatory.
- A valid passport with at least 6 months validity remaining and no limitations is essential.
- Candidates must be able to swim.
- The right to live and work in the UK must be held (e.g., British passport, valid Visa, Pre-Settlement or Settlement Status).
- Successful candidates must reside or be willing to relocate within a 90-minute commute of their designated base (London Gatwick area) and be prepared to undertake this journey according to the work schedule.
- Tattoos and/or piercings must not be visible when wearing the company uniform.
- Applicants should be enthusiastic individuals who enjoy engaging with people.
- Successful Candidates may be required to obtain a Schengen Visa if applicable to operational routes.
- Please be aware that individuals wearing glasses or contact lenses with a prescription exceeding +4 or below -4 are unlikely to pass the mandatory medical examination required for the role.
What the Airline Offers:
- A competitive salary package, complemented by social security and work insurance coverage.
- Comprehensive and fully funded Cabin Crew training program.
- Provision of free flight tickets based on length of service and access to discounted employee travel rates.
- Entitlement to paid holiday.
- Significant career development potential within one of the aviation industry's fastest-growing airlines.
- A focus on work-life balance, featuring no layovers which facilitates returning home after duties.
- Opportunity for flexible or fixed pattern rosters (typically 5 days on duty followed by 3 days off), with the possibility to swap duties or working days.
- Engagement in the company culture through various activities including:
- Sports events (e.g., Half Marathons and Running events).
- Base social gatherings (e.g., bowling, karaoke, paintball, hot chocolate/fruit day).
- Work & Travel opportunities to work at different bases upon need/request.
- Opportunity to work on special or VIP flights (e.g., open flights, anniversary events).
Recruitment Event Guidance:
Candidates attending recruitment events should arrive promptly at the stated time. The selection process may extend until late afternoon, so preparation for this duration is advised. Attendees must bring their valid passport (plus a Visa/Pre-Settlement/Settlement Status Share Code if not a British passport holder; British passport holders only require their passport), along with an up-to-date English CV incorporating an ID photograph. The required dress code for these events is Business Attire. Applicants are permitted to attend any recruitment event location regardless of the specific base they are applying for. Compliance with all listed requirements will be verified during the recruitment process.