Casual Lifeguard

Places for People; Larkhill; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme 2%

Health & Fitness membership

Flexible working

Additional annual leave

Learning & development

Company pension

Healthcare cashback

Activity discounts

Shop & cinema discounts

Job summary

Places Leisure is looking for a Lifeguard in the UK to join our busy pool facilities. You will supervise customers and fellow lifeguards, uphold Health and Safety, and ensure a clean, friendly environment while delivering high standards of service.

A National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is essential; a safety‑minded attitude and willingness to learn are highly valued, with ongoing training and progression opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience for a busy pool environment.
• Strong attention to detail and safeguarding standards.
• Good understanding of health and safety in aquatic facilities.
• Ability to supervise customers and fellow lifeguards.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training and development.

Responsibilities

• Supervise customers and other lifeguards using our swimming and pool facilities.
• Uphold health and safety for all pool users and oversee building operations.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and customer service at all times.
• Respond quickly and professionally to incidents or emergencies.
• Contribute to a safe, welcoming environment with proactive safety checks.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Health and safety

Team supervision

Safety mindset

Education

National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)

Job description

We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.

We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.

More about your role

We have an exciting new opportunity as a Lifeguard at Places Leisure, where you will be working in a fun, lively environment with likeminded people. You will help to inspire others to work together and deliver their very best.

A National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) would be beneficial, however if you are safety conscious, a competent swimmer and eager to gain valuable life skills, then with our continuous learning and development opportunities, we would be happy to support you in achieving this qualification.

There are many opportunities available for you within Places Leisure. Starting your career with us as a Lifeguard is a great first step to many different routes including Operational Management, Sales, Fitness or Customer Service.

In the Lifeguard Role, we will offer ongoing training & competency assessments as well as opportunities for first aid at work training, swimming teacher qualifications and a variety of apprenticeship routes.

A National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is essential.

More about you

• You will be responsible for the supervision of our customers and other lifeguards using our swimming and pool facilities.
• You will always act safely whilst holding responsibility for the Health and Safety of all pool users and oversee the operations of the building.
• You will have excellent attention to detail, ensuring the safety of our customers whilst they are enjoying the use of our facilities.
• You will have a passion for delivering first class customer service and deal with customers in a friendly and professional manner whilst going above and beyond to deliver the highest of standards.
• You will have an eye for first class cleanliness and will put this into action whenever required.

Benefits

We are a large, diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.

We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:

• A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
• Full Health & Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors
• Flexible working (including part time working, shift work and more)
• An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
• Lots of opportunity to access ongoing personal learning and development
• Access to our Company Pension scheme
• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year
• Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes
• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.