Leisure Attendant

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Selby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension 15.1%

Salary sacrifice schemes

Employee discounts (shopping, gym, etc

Travel loans

Health Assured – wellbeing support

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council's Selby Leisure Centre is seeking a dedicated Lifeguard to ensure swimmer safety and monitor pool activities. You will provide emergency care if needed, uphold pool rules, and contribute to regular cleaning and safety checks around the facility.

The role requires RLSS Lifeguard qualifications, strong swimming ability, and excellent communication. We offer pension, salary sacrifice schemes, discounts, travel loans, and wellbeing support as part of our benefits package.

Qualifications

• RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification Gen 10 (Essential)
• Strong swimming skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm and act quickly in emergencies

Responsibilities

• Monitor pool activities and ensure the safety of all swimmers.
• Enforce pool rules and regulations.
• Provide emergency care and first aid as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in the facility.
• Assist with pool operations and maintenance.

Skills

Lifeguard certification

Strong swimming

Communication skills

Emergency response

Job description

Active North Yorkshire Selby Leisure Centre is seeking a dedicated and responsible Lifeguard to join our team. As a Lifeguard, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety of all swimmers and visitors, monitoring pool activities, and providing emergency care if necessary. You will also undertake regular cleaning requirements and building safety checks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor pool activities and ensure the safety of all swimmers.
• Enforce pool rules and regulations.
• Provide emergency care and first aid as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in the facility.
• Assist with pool operations and maintenance.

Qualifications & Skills

• RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification Gen 10 (Essential)
• Strong swimming skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and act quickly in emergencies.

What can we offer you?

In addition to your salary, we offer a range of great benefits to help you financially and make life a bit easier.

These include:

• A local government pension scheme with 15.1% employer contribution
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Employee discount benefits including shopping, supermarkets, gym discounts and more!
• Travel loans
• Health Assured – confidential help and support for your wellbeing

For further information about this role, please contact Nick Foote via email on [e-mail].

Key dates:

Closing Date: 23rd September 2026

Company: North Yorkshire Council

Salary: £13.28 – £13.92 per hour

Location: Selby, North Yorkshire

Sector: Leisure and Culture

Job Role: Officer