BeWell Recreation Assistant: Lifeguard & Wellness Support

Wigan Council; Wigan; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive rewards & benefits

Flexible working patterns

Job summary

Wigan Council’s BeWell team invites applications for a BeWell Recreation Assistant to join Leisure Centre operations across the Borough. Based at Leigh Leisure Centre, you will help maintain high cleanliness standards, set up equipment, and support a range of leisure activities while ensuring a safe environment.

You may undertake Lifeguard/First Aider duties; a National Pool Lifeguard Qualification pathway is available and a swimming teacher qualification is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience in a leisure or similar environment.
• Customer service-focused and safety-conscious.
• Ability to react quickly to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in all facility areas.
• Set up equipment for leisure activities.
• Support day-to-day operations and services in BeWell facilities.
• Provide Lifeguard/First Aider duties where required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Emergency response

Health & safety

Education

National Pool Lifeguard Qualification

Swimming teacher qualification

Job description

Wigan Council’s BeWell team invites applications for a BeWell Recreation Assistant to join Leisure Centre operations across the Borough. Based at Leigh Leisure Centre, you will help maintain high cleanliness standards, set up equipment, and support a range of leisure activities while ensuring a safe environment.

You may undertake Lifeguard/First Aider duties; a National Pool Lifeguard Qualification pathway is available and a swimming teacher qualification is advantageous.