Lifeguard

Ultimate Activity Camps; Eltham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A camp organization in Eltham is seeking a Lifeguard responsible for ensuring the safety and welfare of children during swimming sessions. You will act as the sole lifeguard while also supporting the Instructor Team in delivering engaging sports and activities for children aged 4–14. This is a seasonal role during school holidays, with flexible hours depending on camp schedules. Ideal candidates will have experience in lifeguarding and enjoy working with children to create a safe and fun environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to ensure safety and welfare of children in a camp environment.
• Experience in lifeguarding and supervising children.
• Communication skills to engage with children and staff.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of children during swimming sessions.
• Deliver sports and arts activities alongside leading swimming.
• Support the Instructor Team in maintaining camp cleanliness.

Job description

The Details: Title: Lifeguard

• Reporting to: Camp Manager
• Contract: Seasonal work in school holidays.
• Hours will vary for each camp depending on the location and pool availability. Full season or part season roles available.

Summary of Position

The role of the Lifeguard is to ensure the welfare and safety of children on camp is always maintained, and to act as a lifeguard during our swimming sessions on camp. During swimming sessions, you will be the sole lifeguard on poolside, accompanied by an Activity instructor(s) leading an activity for children aged 4–14 years. Between lifeguarding duties, if above 18, you will be part of our Instructor Team delivering outstanding sports sessions, arts and crafts activities and games to groups of children, with an emphasis being on participation, care, and development. If you are under 18, outside of lifeguarding you will help support the Instructor Team with the activities and general cleanliness of the camp. As well as leading sessions, staff contribute to the high standard of physical, emotional, and social care offered by Ultimate Activity Camps. Our Activity Instructors have a pastoral role as the leader of a group of children on camp, with the focus being on maintaining welfare and providing high quality care.

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For a full list of responsibilities and duties, download the Job Description.