Lifeguard - East Grinstead, West Sussex

Places Leisure; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused leisure company in East Grinstead is searching for a Lifeguard to oversee customers and ensure safety at their facilities. Candidates should be competent swimmers and passionate about providing exceptional customer service. The role includes ongoing training and opportunities for further qualifications, fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Real Living Wage alignment

Bonus scheme

Full Health & Fitness membership

Flexible working options

Additional annual leave purchase

Company Pension scheme

Healthcare cashback plan

Discounts on activities and retail

Qualifications

• You will be responsible for the supervision of customers and lifeguards.
• You must ensure safety and oversee the operations of the building.
• Being a competent swimmer is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise customers and lifeguards in swimming facilities.
• Maintain health and safety standards at the pool.
• Deliver first class customer service.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Safety consciousness

Swimming competency

Education

National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)

Job description

There are many opportunities available for you within Places Leisure. Starting your career with us as a Lifeguard is a great first step to many different routes including Operational Management, Sales, Fitness or Customer Service. In the Lifeguard Role, we will offer ongoing training & competency assessments as well as opportunities for first aid at work training, swimming teacher qualifications, and a variety of apprenticeship routes. A National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is essential.

More about you

• You will be responsible for the supervision of our customers and other lifeguards using our swimming and pool facilities.
• You will always act safely whilst holding responsibility for the Health and Safety of all pool users and oversee the operations of the building.
• You will have excellent attention to detail, ensuring the safety of our customers whilst they enjoy our facilities.
• You will have a passion for delivering first class customer service and deal with customers in a friendly and professional manner whilst going above and beyond to deliver the highest standards.
• You will have an eye for first class cleanliness and will put this into action whenever required.

At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect. We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, including pre-employment checks such as DBS checks where applicable. By joining us, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture and follow our policies.

A National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) would be beneficial. If you are safety conscious, a competent swimmer, and eager to gain valuable life skills, we would be happy to support you in achieving this qualification through our learning and development opportunities.

We are Places for People Group, a social enterprise that believes it's people who make a community. We build homes and deliver services for everyone to thrive. At Places Leisure, we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive. We value our team, ensuring they are appreciated and supported. You're more than just a number - you're part of our cause.

More about your role

We have an exciting opportunity as a Lifeguard at Places Leisure, working in a fun, lively environment with like-minded people. You will help inspire others and deliver their best.

We are a large, diverse, and ambitious business, offering challenges and opportunities. Our benefits package includes:

• We align with the Real Living Wage foundation
• A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
• Full Health & Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult, and up to 4 juniors
• Flexible working options, including part-time and shift work
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
• Ongoing personal learning and development opportunities
• Access to our Company Pension scheme
• Cashback plan for healthcare costs - up to £500 per year
• Discounts of up to 50% on activities, shop, and cafes
• Extra perks including discounts from shops, cinemas, and more