Leisure Attendant (Part-Time) - WDN06021

West Dunbartonshire Council; Alexandria; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in Alexandria, Scotland, is looking for a part-time Leisure Attendant. The role involves daily operations at leisure facilities, including lifeguarding and maintaining health and safety. Applicants must hold a valid National Pool Lifeguard qualification and have previous experience. Competitive benefits include a generous pension scheme and annual leave.

Benefits

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave, increasing to 35 days

Employee wellbeing supports

Qualifications

• Valid National Pool Lifeguard or equivalent qualification required.
• Previous experience in a similar role is essential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the leisure facility.
• Focus on lifeguarding pools and water features.
• Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping of facilities.

Skills

National Pool Lifeguard qualification

Previous lifeguarding experience

Job description

Job Description

PAY AWARD PENDING.

This is a part-time post; the salary will be pro-rata to the number of hours worked.

The postholder will be responsible for the general day-to-day frontline operation of the leisure facility, with a focus on lifeguarding pools and water features, control of public health and safety, assisting with event and hall setup, and maintaining cleanliness and housekeeping of facilities.

The role requires undertaking a range of duties with flexible, variable daily needs. The Leisure Attendant will contribute to providing an effective and efficient, customer-focused service, ensuring the achievement of objectives, financial targets, and performance standards within the establishment.

Applicants must hold a valid National Pool Lifeguard or equivalent qualification. Previous experience is required.

Requirements

This post is considered Regulated Work with Adults and Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Membership with the PVG scheme is essential.

Further details about this scheme can be found here. Preferred applicants will need to become members of the relevant PVG scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check before a formal offer is made by West Dunbartonshire Council.

Responsibilities

The employment for which you are applying is excepted from the provisions of section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exceptions) Order 1975. Applicants are, therefore, not statutorily entitled to withhold information about convictions which are 'spent' under the Act. Failure to disclose such convictions could result in dismissal or disciplinary action.

The Individual

WDC was voted one of the top ten flexible employers and prides itself on providing flexible working to support work-life balance. Additional benefits include:

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with an employer’s contribution of at least 19.3% and associated benefits
• A minimum of 25 days annual leave, increasing by a day each year up to 35 days, plus 8 fixed public holidays
• Access to employee wellbeing supports, including occupational health and counselling services

We look forward to hearing from you. Please use the application to share your experience and explain why you are the right candidate for this role.

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