Job description
LIFEGUARD
We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our team of Lifeguards in our thriving Sports Department.
This is a full time position, 38 hrs a week, mainly working during term time but with some cover required during school holidays. We are also interested in receiving applications from those who are looking for a part time position.
Lifeguards are required to have good communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work evenings, weekends and during the school holiday periods. You will need to have a current National Pool Lifeguard Qualifications (with 3m depth).
Benenden is one of the leading boarding schools in Britain. We were founded in 1923 and are situated in 250 acres of attractive parkland in Kent. There are 550 girls in the school, aged 11-18, with approximately 180 of those in the Sixth Form. Benenden is at the forefront of girls’ education in the UK, with recent innovations including the Benenden Diploma, a bespoke curriculum for our youngest two-year groups, and the Professional Skills Programme, teaching the Sixth Form skills for the workplace. We are an ambitious school, with recent developments including a state-of-the-art Science Centre and All-Weather Sports Pitch, and we are currently working to establish a new School Hall and Music School.
The School’s leisure facilities, including a fitness gym and swimming pool are available for staff to use.
Meals are provided to staff whilst on duty. The School’s leisure facilities, including a fitness gym and swimming pool are available for staff to use.
To apply, please download the application pack from our website . Completed applications should be sent to People Services on [email protected] by 9:00am on 10 May 2023.
The post-holder will be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children with whom they come into contact. They must ensure compliance with the School’s Child Protection Policy Statement at all times, this appointment will be subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. Benenden School is committed to equal opportunities and equal pay for all employees. Whilst Benenden isn’t accredited to the Living Wage Foundation, we do look to the Living Wage for guidance and our starting pay is currently in line with this.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Salary: £13.47 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free fitness classes
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Weekend availability
Licence/Certification:
- NPLQ certificate (preferred)
Work Location: In person