Lifeguard & Recreation Apprentice — 18‑Month Training

YMCA Bournemouth; Poole; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution

Free counselling

Discounted gym memberships

Cafe discounts

Discounts on activity clubs

Discounts on children's parties

Preschool services

Room/minibus hire discounts

Job summary

YMCA Bournemouth in Poole is offering an Apprentice Recreational Assistant/Lifeguard position at Junction Sports and Leisure Centre. The role combines full-time work with an 18-month study toward a Level 2 Leisure Team Member qualification, culminating in national lifeguard status.

You will gain STA teaching swimming certificate and a Level 2 gym instructing certificate, with ongoing training, a pension, and access to YMCA benefits such as counselling, gym discounts, cafe discounts, and activity

Qualifications

• 18-month placement leading to qualification progression.
• National lifeguard qualification upon completion of training.
• STA certificate and Level 2 gym instruction qualification during programme.

Responsibilities

• Lifeguarding duties to ensure safety of users.
• Support programmes and contribute to community services.

Skills

Lifeguarding

Education

Level 2 leisure team member qualification

STA teaching swimming certificate/award

Level 2 certificate in gym instructing

Job description

YMCA Bournemouth in Poole is offering an Apprentice Recreational Assistant/Lifeguard position at Junction Sports and Leisure Centre. The role combines full-time work with an 18-month study toward a Level 2 Leisure Team Member qualification, culminating in national lifeguard status.

You will gain STA teaching swimming certificate and a Level 2 gym instructing certificate, with ongoing training, a pension, and access to YMCA benefits such as counselling, gym discounts, cafe discounts, and activity