Lifeguard (Summer) - Cheadle, Greater Manchester

Kings Camps; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading not-for-profit organization as a Lifeguard in Cheadle, Greater Manchester. You'll ensure children's safety during swimming sessions and contribute to their water confidence. This role offers flexible hours and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Funded Residential Opportunities

Employee Awards Programme

Discounts on Training

Career Development Opportunities

Free Uniform

Qualifications

• Must have a current Lifeguard qualification.
• At least 6 months of Lifeguard experience required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe delivery of swimming sessions to children.
• Supervise children during breaks and swimming sessions.
• Monitor water conditions and manage incidents.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Team Player

Flexibility

Education

NPLQ or NRASTC Lifeguard Qualification

Job description

Lifeguard (Summer) - Cheadle, Greater Manchester

Lifeguard (Summer) - Cheadle, Greater Manchester

Overview

Are you ready to make a splash in your career? Kings Camps are seeking dynamic and enthusiastic Lifeguards to join our team. If you have a passion for developing children's water confidence and ensuring a safe aquatic environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Kings Camps run sports and activity day camps for children throughout the school holidays, delivering our mission – getting children active, having fun, and learning together.

We know market-leading programmes don’t deliver themselves - it’s our people who create amazing holiday experiences for children. We’re now hiring energetic and passionate Lifeguards to deliver our mission in 2025 and beyond.

Why work for Kings Camps?

• Funded residential opportunities
• Employee Awards Programme
• Up to 70% off Paediatric First Aid training
• £30 reward voucher for referring a friend
• Up to 50% off Kings Camps places for your children, siblings, or wider family (ages 5-17)
• Excellent locations – some of the best universities and school sports facilities in the UK!
• Market-leading training and development
• Fully funded disclosure for managerial and voluntary positions
• Career development and potential for regular employment with Kings (we promote from within!)
• Opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children from all backgrounds
• Free Kings Camps uniform

Job Description

As an NPLQ or NRASTC qualified lifeguard, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the safe delivery of swimming sessions to mixed ability groups of children aged between 5 and 17.

Lifeguards have a high level of responsibility and require a valid NPLQ qualification, attention to detail, and the ability to respond appropriately to the pool environment. You'll work from poolside for all sessions with our Swimming Teachers and staff teams.

Lifeguards must prioritize child welfare and safeguarding children in the water and poolside, working closely with Swimming Teachers to ensure preparation of areas and equipment, management of risk assessments, monitoring of water conditions, and incident management.

There’s flexibility regarding Lifeguard hours. This role can be combined with the Multi Sports Coach role if you’re looking for more hours and experience delivering different sports sessions with children.

Child safety is our top priority. You’ll supervise children during breaks, participate in swimming sessions, oversee the safe use of equipment, promptly record incidents, implement behavior management policies, and uphold health and safety standards.

We operate at some fantastic school and university venues across the UK and partner with organizations like the RNRMC, Annington Trust, and the Army Welfare Service, running Kings Camps for children of military personnel. If interested in a residential role, please mention this in your application.

Person Specification (Flexible)

• A current Lifeguard qualification: NPLQ or NRASTC (must be up-to-date)
• At least 6 months’ Lifeguard experience
• Ability to conduct a depth test at the venue
• A passion for developing children’s water confidence
• Vibrant, resilient, team player
• Flexible and adaptable

Kings Active Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and ensure a safe environment for all.

About us

Kings Camps is a leading not-for-profit organization offering sports and activity day camps at over 50 UK locations, promoting active, fun, and educational experiences for children and young people.

Founded in 1991, inspired by US-style summer camps, we aim to provide enriching holiday experiences for children across the UK and overseas.

Our coaches, known as Red Tops, deliver high-quality sports camps with energy, passion, and a commitment to child development, which we call the Kings Factor.

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