Lifeguard

Wiltshire; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Wiltshire Council is recruiting lifeguards to supervise pool and poolside activities at Hulse Road, Salisbury. The role requires flexible availability on a rota basis, including some evenings and weekends, with NPLQ holders given priority for shortlisting.

The council may fund your NPLQ course, subject to swim test and course availability, and offers a friendly, inclusive workplace with a focus on safety, training, and career development within the leisure service.

Qualifications

• NPLQ qualification preferred
• Flexible rota availability including evenings and weekends
• Commitment to safety and customer service

Responsibilities

• Supervise pool and poolside activities to ensure member safety
• Manage entries and conduct of poolside supervision in line with policies
• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain a safe, welcoming leisure environment

Job description

Hours per week:Various hours

Interview date:To be confirmed following shortlisting

Rolling advert:We are continuously reviewing and interviewing applicants weekly for this job posting. We will stop accepting applications when sufficient applications have been received.

Are you a skilled swimmer and sports enthusiast? Your new career may be just a splash away! If you're considering lifeguarding, our comprehensive training programs can open doors to management roles, NVQ apprenticeships and skill development opportunities.

Our lifeguards play a crucial role in ensuring member safety and well-being. We're looking for individuals to supervise pool and poolside activities who are available on a rota basis, including some evenings and weekends.

NPLQ holders receive priority for shortlisting. Non-NPLQ candidates may still be considered. Wiltshire Council may fund your NPLQ course, which you must complete within 3 months of starting, subject to swim test and course availability.

If you enjoy working with people, you'll thrive in the dynamic and enjoyable leisure service industry. Whether you're pursuing a leisure career or saving for a gap year, we can support your chosen path.

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits here .

Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer‑facing roles work entirely from their service location.

We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.

Please ensure to regularly check your spam or junk folder for any communication from us regarding the status of your application.

We understand that AI tools can support you in preparing job applications. However, we value authenticity and would encourage you to ensure your submission genuinely reflects your own experiences, skills, and motivations.

We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services.

Wiltshire Council does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate details from recruitment agencies that are not appointed under a current, valid contract or approved supplier arrangement (including through our neutral vendor, Comensura).

Submission of unsolicited CVs or candidate details to the Council, whether directly or to individual employees, will not be considered as an introduction and will not create any obligation on the Council to pay any fees. If a candidate whose details have been submitted speculatively is subsequently appointed through a compliant route, no agency fee will be payable in respect of the unsolicited submission.

Agencies wishing to work with the Council must do so only via our approved procurement processes and neutral vendor arrangements.

Job Info

• Job Identification 7015
• Posting Date 08/12/2026, 08:00 AM
• Job Areas Leisure libraries & Communities
• Locations Hulse Road, Salisbury, SP1 3NR, GB