Leisure Attendant

North Yorkshire Council; Selby; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension

Salary sacrifice schemes

Employee discounts

Travel loans

Wellbeing support

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council's Active North Yorkshire Selby Leisure Centre is seeking a dedicated Lifeguard to ensure swimmer safety, monitor pool activities and respond to emergencies. You will also assist with cleaning and building safety checks.

Key requirements include RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification Gen 10, strong swimming and excellent communication. The role offers local government benefits and a supportive team environment.

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

Strong swimming

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

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