Job description
Being a Lifeguard is an essential part of the operation of the Swimming pool and Centre. This is a responsible role which is key to the safety and well-being of our customers; it requires excellent attention to detail, good people skills and a current NPLQ qualification. We are looking for fun, dynamic and enthusiastic individuals to be part of the team. We want our employees and customers to have the best experience possible.
So if this sounds like you, we want to hear from you.
As a Lifeguard, your responsibilities will be:
To supervise the Swimming Pool and associated facilities in accordance with the written procedures.- To supervise the use of the facility by customers, in accordance with procedures.
- To assist swimmers in difficulty, applying first aid and artificial respiration where necessary.
- To carry out cleaning duties as directed.
- To assist with water testing and the maintenance of these records.
- To assist with the general maintenance of the facility including filtration, disinfection, mechanical and electrical plant, as directed by a senior team member
- To assist duty staffing with achieving high levels of service, including dealing with general enquiries and customer needs.
- Undertake any other comparable cleaning, labouring, security and coaching duties as required by the leisure manager, and to act in a similar capacity at other facilities, also as required.
As a Lifeguard, you will need to have:
R.L.S.S. National Pool Lifeguard Qualification- Evidence of practical experience in the responsibilities above.
- The willingness to work non-standard hours on occasions – this includes weekends and bank holidays
- The ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team.
As a Lifeguard, you will have access to the following benefits;
LED Gym Membership- My Staff Shop Employee Benefit Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme & Counselling
- Part funding (50%) of NPLQ Course Fees
- Self-development Online Training
- Flexible Working
- Pension Scheme
- Staff Perks Discount Card
- Voluntary Health Cash Plan
- Shout Out Award Scheme
- Uniform
- Generous holiday accrual
- Enhanced Sickness Pay Scheme
- Free Bowling for Team Member & their household at Ocean
- Free Soft Play for dependents of Team Members at Ocean
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) (as amended) and appointment is subject to satisfactory outcome of disclosure (check of all criminal records).
We actively encourage job applications from all members of the community. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and we are only interested in your ability to do the job.