Lifeguard (School Swimming)

LSC; Cheadle; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit sports provider is seeking a Lifeguard to supervise school swimming lessons while ensuring the safety of children. The role requires a National Pool Lifeguard Qualification, excellent communication skills, and a passion for physical activity. You will promote positive swimming experiences, collaborate with school staff, and assist with the delivery of swimming education. This full-time position offers a salary of £20,000 – £21,000, annual leave, and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

20 days annual leave

Monthly wellbeing allowance

Free school holiday childcare

Company uniform

Annual CPD budget

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a qualified lifeguard.
• Knowledge of the National Curriculum for primary school swimming.
• Current Enhanced DBS Check required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure safety during swimming lessons.
• Set up and dismantle swimming pools and equipment.
• Deliver high-quality swimming lessons and water-safety education.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Problem-solving

Passionate about physical activity

Education

National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)

First Aid Certificate

Safeguarding Qualification

Tools

IT software

Job description

Position Title: Lifeguard (School swimming) – 35 hours per week

Salary: £20‑21k

Location: M12

Dream Big Sports (part of the LSC Group) is an award‑winning, not‑for‑profit provider of physical education, physical activity and school sport across the Greater Manchester region. We deliver sport and educational opportunities with a social purpose.

Our mission is to ignite a passion for physical education, activity and sport in the next generation, while re‑investing into greater opportunities for disadvantaged communities.

Do you want to be part of a team committed to this mission? Are you passionate about sport and physical activity? Do you enjoy positively impacting young people’s lives? If you answered YES, #TeamDreamBIG could be the place for you!

What you’ll be doing

• Supervise and ensure the safety of children during swimming lessons.
• Set up and dismantle pop‑up swimming pools and equipment as required.
• Support the delivery of high‑quality swimming lessons and water‑safety education to primary school children, in line with the National Curriculum.
• Enforce pool rules and regulations while maintaining a friendly, approachable manner.
• Respond to emergencies, administer first aid and CPR where required.
• Collaborate with school staff and families to promote a positive swimming experience for all children.
• Complete relevant risk assessments and logs to guarantee participant safety.
• Attend professional development where required for the role.
• Act as a positive role model, fostering an engaging environment that encourages participation in sport and activity.
• Serve as a brand ambassador, demonstrating our company values.
• Assist with the promotion of other Dream Big Sports products and services.

Requirements

Personal Attributes

• Deliver high performance at all times.
• Passionate and driven to improve physical activity levels.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Support planning, organising and facilitating high‑quality swimming lessons.
• Solve problems efficiently.
• Team player with entrepreneurial qualities.

Knowledge & Experience

• Knowledge of the National Curriculum for primary school swimming.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a qualified lifeguard.
• Experience with IT software.

Qualifications

• National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
• First Aid Certificate
• Safeguarding Qualification
• Current Enhanced DBS Check
• ASA Swim England Qualification x1 (preferred)

General

• Driving licence and access to own transport.
• Job subject to receipt of DBS and relevant references.

Training & Development

• Internal CPD (equivalent to 50 hours per annum)
• External training, workshops and resources.
• Regular performance reviews.

Working for Dream Big Sports

• Full‑time contract of 35 hours per week.
• Competitive salary of £20,000 – £21,000.
• Incentives & performance‑related bonuses.
• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Mileage expenses paid.
• Monthly wellbeing allowance.
• Free school holiday childcare.
• Company uniform.
• Company tablet.
• Full access to equipment and resources.
• Annual CPD budget.

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