Duty Assistant / Lifeguard - Full and Part Time Hatfield, East of England, England
University of Hertfordshire
Full Time
Hatfield, East of England, England
19813 - 25327 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description
Post Title: Lifeguard/Duty Assistant (Qualified & Unqualified) Full & Part Time roles
SBU/Department: University of Hertfordshire Sports Village
FTE: 0.6 - 1.0 fte (working 24 - 40 hours per week - job-share and part-time welcomed)
Duration of Contract: Permanent
Salary: HSV2-4; £19,813 - £25,327 pa dependant on qualifications & experience
Starting Salary Qualified: £21,608 (uplift to £22,053 on completion of 6 month probation)
Starting Salary Unqualified: £19,813 (uplift to £21,608 on completion of 6 month probation)
Location: De Havilland campus, Hatfield, Hertfordshire
We are looking for lifeguards to join our vibrant and welcoming team at University of Hertfordshire Sports Village. The successful candidates will join our dedicated team to prepare for bookings and events in our swimming pool, indoor/multi-use areas and outdoor facilities.
Hertfordshire Sports Village provides extensive sports facilities and services to the local community, students and staff of the University of Hertfordshire. Proudly named as one of Leisure and Hospitality’s 20 Best Companies to Work For in 2021, Hertfordshire Sports Village is committed to ensuring our staff team are connected and engaged. Welcoming, going the extra mile, leading by example and the ability to consistently exceed expectations are some of the values we look for in our team members. If you share these values and want to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.
Our first-class facilities and expert team attract customers from elite sports professionals to those who are just starting out. We welcome students, staff and the local community. You will be part of a team preparing facilities for bookings and events from international/national standard through to local grass roots level. This includes organisations such as Arsenal Women’s FC, Saracens Mavericks, England Fencing, Swim England, England Badminton and many more. There are even opportunities to progress to trainee duty management within a supportive, encouraging environment.
We are looking for candidates who have:
- Energy and enthusiasm
- A positive, personable and welcoming approach
- Ability to deliver exceptional customer service
- A current and valid NPLQ (National Pool Lifeguard Qualification), OR the ability to achieve in the first 3-6 months employment (Internal training & assessment provided)
- The ability to work as part of a shift rota including early mornings, evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
- WELCOMES Values (see Job Description)
Employee Benefits include:
- A competitive salary with opportunities to progress
- Annual bonus
- Free Gym Membership
- Specific induction and ongoing support, training, development and progression opportunities
- Up to 26 days annual leave per year + 8 Bank Holidays, sick pay & pension scheme
- Access to University and Associated College courses
- UNiDays, TOTUM and Galleria discount cards
- Discounted travel on UNO buses
- Regular staff social events
- Exercise ‘Happy Hour’
- And much more . . .
Equipped with a positive approach, the ability to work hard and with the ongoing professional development we provide, you will have opportunities to progress within your role as well as gain experience in wider areas of the business. Apply today.
We are a committed equal opportunities employer and candidates wishing to work part time or on a role share basis should state this when applying.
To Apply: Send CV and covering letter to Sarah Grybowicz (Executive Assistant) email: [email protected] OR apply through our online application process.
Contact Details/Informal Enquiries: For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Sarah Grybowicz (Executive Assistant) 01707 285897 or [email protected]
Interview Date: To be advised
Closing Date: 13 March 2023
Reference Number: 045235
Date advert placed: 17 February 2023
REHABILITATION OF OFFENDERS ACT
DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE
This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 as amended. The University requires that the successful applicant who is offered employment will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. An Enhanced Disclosure will be required, and this will include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings, as well as convictions. The University of Hertfordshire complies with the 'Code of Practice for Registered Persons and other recipients of Disclosure Information'.
Overseas applicants and UK applicants who have lived abroad
Successful applicants who have lived outside the UK, for 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total), in the last 10 years, will be required to produce a ‘Certificate of Good Character/Conduct’ from each of those countries.
