Casual Lifeguard

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust; Scotland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking enthusiastic lifeguards to supervise its newly refurbished outdoor swimming pool. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a vibrant sports environment, ensuring the safety of students and the community. Candidates who are NPLQ qualified are preferred, but those who are competent swimmers will also be considered, with support for necessary training provided. The position includes flexible hours, making it suitable for individuals looking to balance work and personal commitments. Join a dedicated team that values diversity and fosters a supportive work culture.

Benefits

On-site gyms

Free parking

Retail discounts platform

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Passion for working in a sports/leisure environment.
• Ability to act as a role model for youngsters.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe operation of the swimming pool.
• Supervise during afternoons, evenings, and weekends.

Skills

NPLQ qualification

Swimming competence

Communication skills

Flexibility

Professionalism

Job description

Brymore Academy is a State Boarding School for boys aged 11-17 set in its own 60-acre site with a working farm, gardens, workshops and sports facilities which are fully utilised in the delivery of the curriculum to over 320 students, of which 130 are boarders.

Hours: Casual hours basis to include afternoons, evenings, and weekends.

Salary: GBP10.88-12.53 per hour

The outdoor swimming pool on site has recently undergone extensive refurbishment and we are pleased to be able to offer this facility to our students, staff, and the community. We are now recruiting lifeguards to supervise the pool while in operation during curriculum, after school and community hours. We welcome applicants who are NPLQ qualified, but also individuals who are competent swimmers, as we may be able to support with the necessary training.

For those interested who don t posses an NPLQ, we are running a course at Brymore Academy, Sunday 13th - Thursday 17th April inclusive and can offer a complimentary space - please email for further information.

The main purpose of this role is ensuring the safe operation of the swimming pool, mainly during afternoons, evenings, and weekends. The successful candidates will have a passion to work in a sports/leisure environment, possess good communication skills, flexibility, and a commitment to show high levels of enthusiasm and professionalism, while acting as a suitable role model for youngsters.

Closing date for applications: Midnight, Weds 21st May 2025.

We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.

We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.