Lifeguard - Training‑Driven Role in Community Wellness

Freedom Leisure; Thrapston; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Cycle-to-work

Staff membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Financial advice

Incremental annual leave

My Staff Shop discounts

Training and progression

Insurance schemes

Job summary

Freedom Leisure is seeking a Lifeguard to help deliver safe, welcoming, and high-quality leisure experiences across our centres. The role is 37 hours per week on a rota basis, with training provided to reach NPLQ and to engage with customers of all ages.

You must swim competently; our swim teachers will help you reach the required standard. Benefits include a company pension, cycle-to-work, staff membership, EAP, training and development, and more.

Qualifications

• NPLQ qualification or equivalent
• First Aid at Work
• Enhanced DBS check to be carried out
• An ability and understanding of how to relate to customers of all ages and abilities and also to all levels of staff
• Well developed interpersonal skills
• Team orientated approach, able to work across organisation boundaries and demonstrate interest and be supportive of the work of staff and colleagues
• To be able to work flexibly and understand instructions from managers
• Demonstrated passion and energy for the leisure industry

Responsibilities

• In the role of Lifeguard, you will ensure the best levels of service are achieved for our customers through offering a friendly, clean and safe facilities
• You will contribute to a welcoming environment and assist with supervising pool safety and customer assistance
• You will participate in training and development to maintain high standards across Freedom Leisure centres

Skills

NLPQ qualification

First Aid at Work

Interpersonal skills

Team work

Customer service

Flexibility

Passion for leisure

Job description

Freedom Leisure is seeking a Lifeguard to help deliver safe, welcoming, and high-quality leisure experiences across our centres. The role is 37 hours per week on a rota basis, with training provided to reach NPLQ and to engage with customers of all ages.

You must swim competently; our swim teachers will help you reach the required standard. Benefits include a company pension, cycle-to-work, staff membership, EAP, training and development, and more.