Lifeguard

Places Leisure; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and engaging team at a forward-thinking organization dedicated to promoting health and wellbeing. As a Lifeguard, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring safety and delivering exceptional customer service in a dynamic environment. This position offers a pathway into various career routes, with ongoing training and support to help you develop your skills. Be part of a cause that values teamwork and community, while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that includes health memberships and flexible working options. Your journey towards a fulfilling career starts here!

Benefits

Living Wage Foundation alignment

Colleague bonus scheme (2%)

Full health & fitness membership

Flexible working options

Opportunity to purchase additional leave

Ongoing personal development

Company pension scheme

Healthcare cashback plan (up to £500/year)

Discounts on activities, shops, and cafes

Additional perks and discounts

Qualifications

• Must have or be willing to obtain National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ).
• Strong focus on health and safety and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Supervise customers and lifeguards to ensure safety.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards at the pool.

Skills

Customer Service

Safety Awareness

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)

Job description

Lifeguarding:

Wednesday - 4pm - 10pm

Saturday - 09:00am - 1:00pm

Sunday - 12:30pm - 4:00pm

We are Places for People Group, a social enterprise committed to building communities by providing homes and services that enable everyone to thrive. At Places Leisure, we aim to create active spaces and promote health and wellbeing, striving to be the UK's leading health enabler.

We value our team as much as our community, ensuring they are appreciated and supported. Join us and become more than just an employee—be part of our cause.

About the role

We are seeking a Lifeguard to work in a vibrant, engaging environment alongside like-minded individuals. Your role will involve inspiring teamwork and excellence.

A National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is preferred, but if you are safety-conscious, a competent swimmer, and eager to develop your skills, we will support you in obtaining this qualification through our training programs.

This role offers a pathway into various career routes within Places Leisure, including management, sales, fitness, or customer service. We provide ongoing training, competency assessments, and opportunities for first aid, swimming instruction qualifications, and apprenticeships.

Essential qualification

National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is essential.

About you

• You will supervise customers and other lifeguards, ensuring safety and overseeing pool operations.
• You will prioritize health and safety, acting responsibly at all times.
• You will demonstrate excellent attention to detail to maintain safety and cleanliness standards.
• You will deliver exceptional customer service with a friendly, professional approach.
• You will maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Living Wage Foundation alignment
• Colleague bonus scheme (2%)
• Full health & fitness membership for you and your family
• Flexible working options
• Opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Ongoing personal development
• Company pension scheme
• Healthcare cashback plan (up to £500/year)
• Discounts on activities, shops, and cafes
• Additional perks and discounts

Next steps

If you're ready to advance your career, click apply to visit our careers site for more details and to submit your application.

We are committed to safeguarding and creating safe communities. Our recruitment process includes necessary checks, including DBS where applicable, and all staff are expected to uphold our safeguarding standards.