Full-Time Leisure Attendant

Fife Sports and Leisure Trust; Burntisland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A local sports and leisure authority in Burntisland, Scotland, is seeking a Full-time Lifeguard. The role involves maintaining cleanliness and safety in various facility areas, providing assistance to users, supervising activities, and conducting pool tests. A current National Pool Lifeguard Qualification is required. The position offers a diverse range of responsibilities in a lively environment.

Qualifications

• Current RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) required.
• Membership in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of the facility.
• Oversee safety and behavior of facility users.
• Provide assistance to users in difficulty.
• Conduct pool tests and help with plant room operations.
• Perform basic administrative duties.

Skills

Lifesaving skills

Customer care knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Conscientiousness

Outgoing personality

Education

Current RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)

Job description

Contract Information

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time

Closing Date: Thursday 4th December 2025

Interview Date: Thursday 18th December 2025

Responsibilities

• To undertake a range of duties in wet, dry and other areas which will include the cleanliness of all designated internal and external areas, control of facilities, issuing and safeguarding clothing and other personal belongings in the changing facility, assembling and dismantling facilities equipment, including sports and exhibition displays
• To oversee the general safety and behaviour of the public and users and to direct their activities to prevent injury or misuse and damage to facilities
• To adhere to current operating procedures for the facility, including the facilities Normal Operation Procedures and Emergency Action Plan, the company’s Safety policy and the Health and Safety principles contained therein
• To attend regular Health & Safety training to maintain the required Health & Safety competency required for this post
• To give trained assistance to Leisure Centre users in difficulty, including the use of appropriate appliances (trained assistance includes poolside and lifesaving skills)
• To patrol the building in order to carry out routine maintenance and building security
• To supervise children’s activities, including birthday parties and Activity Camps
• To carry out pool tests and assist in plant room operations as appropriate
• To attend regular training to maintain the required competency and fitness standards
• Where required, to undertake basic administration functions including taking bookings, receiving cash through the computerised booking system, receiving customers, telephone calls and receiving goods
• To undertake other duties as required by centre management
• Demonstrate a knowledge of customer care requirements
• Conscientious and hard working
• Communications Skills
• Outgoing personality
• Working in a team environment
• Ability to carry out the duties of the post effectively

Requirements

• Current RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
• Before confirming appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme.