Leisure Apprentice: Lifeguard Training + Flexible Hours

Oclactive; Oldham; Hybrid; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave rising to 6

Free Ultimate gym memberships

Health care scheme

Learning & development

Flexible working

Maternity/Paternity/Adoption leave

Company pension

Uniform and equipment provided

Job summary

Oldham Active is seeking Apprentices to start in November 2026, supporting daily facility operations and delivering excellent customer service. A dedicated mentor will guide you through the program, with flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

You will train in First Aid at Work, Gym Instruction, Pool Lifeguard and Swim Teaching, and undertake in-house training and Level 2 Leisure Team Member Apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be at least 16 years old.
• Be able to swim 100 metres on their front and back.
• Be able to swim 50 metres in 1 minute.
• Able to surface dive and recover an object from the deepest part of the pool.

Responsibilities

• Support the everyday running of the facility and provide the best possible service to customers.
• Work with a dedicated mentor to complete the apprenticeship successfully.
• Flexibility to work across departments and various shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Job description

Oldham Active is seeking Apprentices to start in November 2026, supporting daily facility operations and delivering excellent customer service. A dedicated mentor will guide you through the program, with flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

You will train in First Aid at Work, Gym Instruction, Pool Lifeguard and Swim Teaching, and undertake in-house training and Level 2 Leisure Team Member Apprenticeship.