Lifeguard

Loughborough University; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance 12.5%

Training provided for NPLQ

Job summary

Loughborough University is recruiting two full-time Lifeguards for the University Swimming Pool in Loughborough. The role focuses on safety, customer service, and contributing to an active sport and fitness environment.

It is advantageous to hold an RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification or equivalent and a first aid certificate, though training will be provided. Expect a shift system with early mornings, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, plus a 12.5% shift allowance.

Qualifications

• RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) or equivalent advantageous.
• First aid qualification helpful but training provided.
• Must deliver excellent customer service and maintain a safe pool environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe environment for pool users and deliver excellent customer service.
• Adapt to a shift system including mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays with a 12.5% shift allowance.
• Work well in a team with punctuality and reliability.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Punctuality

Reliability

Teamwork

Education

RLSS NPLQ

First aid

Job description

The University is dedicated to supporting an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment - to create better futures, together. The diverse backgrounds, characteristics and opinions within our community are our great strength and are key to our pursuit of delivering educational excellence, enterprise, research and professional services. We welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds and minoritized groups as they are currently under-represented within our community.

We recognise the value of a fulfilling and balanced work and personal life which promotes wellbeing. We seek to support colleagues in achieving this balance and have family-friendly policies, flexible working arrangements and many roles can be suitable for dynamic working arrangement. This includes considering applications to work on a part-time, flexible and job share basis wherever possible.

We are proud to be a Real Living Wage Employer—so much so that we go beyond the standard, providing additional supplementary payments at specific pay points to further support our employees' financial wellbeing. Further information about the Loughborough Real Living Wage Supplement can be found on our HR webpage .

Loughborough University is a UKVI Sponsor. Some individuals may require sponsorship to enable them to apply for a visa to provide them with the right to work in the UK. Please note certain roles are not eligible for sponsorship. For further information and eligibility please visit the UKVI website .

Job details

Job title Lifeguard Job reference REQ260797 Date posted 26/10/2026 Application closing date 22/11/2026 Location Loughborough Package Operational Services Monthly grade 2 from £26108 to £24517 per annum. Subject to annual pay award. Job description

Loughborough Sport

Please note that previous applicants will not be considered for this round of recruitment.

We are currently looking for two full time Lifeguards to join us at Loughborough University Swimming Pool.

Here at Loughborough University, we continue to strive to achieve world leading student participation levels in sport and fitness by offering a vibrant and inspirational experience. The Swimming Pool also provides a world class training environment for Aquatics GB and British Triathlon.

This is your opportunity to be part of the team that makes great things happen!

It would be advantageous to have a valid RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification or equivalent and a first aid qualification but not essential as training will be provided for the successful candidate showing other attributes we are looking for. This is an excellent opportunity to gain your RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification while working in an inspiring environment.

We are looking for an exceptional individual capable of providing a safe environment and who delivers an excellent customer service experience that exceeds expectations. You will require excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be enthusiastic, punctual, reliable and enjoying working within a team.

A shift system which includes working a combination of early mornings, evenings, weekends and bank holiday/closure days is currently in operation and there is a shift allowance of 12.5% applicable to the full time positions to reflect this.

Contact for informal enquiries: Nicole Lewitt, Duty Manager, [e-mail]

For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Closing date: 22nd November 2026

Interview date: 3rd December 2026

OurBenefits

At Loughborough, ourbenefitsare designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and fe el valued as part of our community. Examples of ourbenefitsinclude:

Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme

Where you work – access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

Financial wellbeing – competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities

Support for you and those close to you - through our range of life event leave policies as well as access to an on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options.

Health and wellbeing – discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support

Travel and sustainability -access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting

Discover more about the full range of rewards andbenefitsat Loughborough University.

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