Lifeguard

Ardingly College; England; In loco; GBP 18.000 - 24.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Ardingly College is seeking a Lifeguard to supervise the swimming pool, ensuring safety standards and quick response to incidents. You will maintain a clean, welcoming pool environment and support poolside activities for students and staff.

The role requires holding an NPLQ or equivalent, strong health and safety awareness, and the ability to stay calm in emergencies. Excellent communication and reliability are essential, with the flexibility to work as part of a team and assist with lessons and

Competenze

• Requires a current NPLQ (or equivalent) and strong health & safety knowledge.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills are essential.
• Ability to remain confident and professional in emergencies; previous lifeguard experience is desirable but not required.

Mansioni

• Supervise pool users and ensure safe operation of the swimming pool.
• Carry out regular poolside checks and maintain vigilance at all times.
• Respond to emergencies and administer first aid when required.
• Ensure adherence to pool procedures and health & safety regulations; assist with pool setup and cleaning.
• Provide excellent customer service to Sports Centre users.
• Support swimming lessons, school activities, and community use as needed.

Conoscenze

Lifeguard skills

Emergency response

Customer service

Health & safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Formazione

National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)

Descrizione del lavoro

As a Lifeguard, you will be responsible for supervising swimming pool activities, ensuring the highest standards of safety and responding effectively to any incidents or emergencies. You will also help maintain a clean, welcoming and well-presented pool environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising pool users and ensuring safe operation of the swimming pool.
• Carrying out regular poolside checks and maintaining vigilance at all times.
• Responding to emergencies and administering first aid when required.
• Ensuring adherence to pool operating procedures and health and safety regulations.Assisting with pool setup, cleanliness and maintenance checks.
• Providing excellent customer service to all users of the Sports Centre.
• Supporting swimming lessons, school activities and community use where required.

About You

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a current National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) or equivalent.
• Have a strong awareness of health and safety requirements.
• Be confident, calm and professional in emergency situations.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Be reliable, flexible and able to work as part of a team.
• Previous lifeguarding experience is desirable but not essential.