Pool Assistant

Focus Resourcing; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a dedicated Pool Assistant for a permanent, full-time role in Maidenhead. Your primary responsibility will be to supervise and ensure the safety of pool users while maintaining the hygiene standards of the pool area. You will need experience in pool assistance, strong communication skills, and commitment to safety. Attractive benefits included.

Benefits

Occupational pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

IT equipment discounts

Healthcare scheme

Perkbox discounted benefits

Gift voucher scheme

Eye Care vouchers

Flu vaccination voucher

Training and Personal Development

Qualifications

• Previous experience assisting with swimming pools.
• Knowledge of CPR and emergency medical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pool users and ensure their safety.
• Conduct regular checks on pool equipment and hygiene.
• Assist with emergency evacuation procedures.

Skills

Pool surveillance techniques

Emergency response skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Vigilance

Education

National Rescue Award

Tools

First Aid equipment

Pool maintenance tools

Job description

• Permanent, Full Time 32.5 hours, term time only - 20704 + 1,140 SEN allowance

• Plus a 100 welcome payment on successful completion of your 6 months' probation

• Monday and Tuesday 08.45 to 16.30, Wednesday Thursday and Friday 08.45 to 15.15

National Rescue Award is essential or other certificates welcome

This is a great opportunity to work for wonderful school based in Maidenhead. Our client offers a great work environment, a lovely team environment and great benefits (see below). Your role will be to supervise the security and safety of pool users and carry out rescues as required.

As the Pool Assistant your role will involve:

• Comply with pool safety operating procedures at all times.
• Constantly scan the pool while in use and be prepared to take action in the event of an emergency.
• Check the safety of pool equipment and report any damage or malfunction of equipment, plant or building fabric to the Head of Estates.
• Perform inspection of pool safety equipment including rescue aids and alarms in accordance with the operating procedures.
• Assist with the assembly and dismantling of equipment as required.
• Undertake basic pool maintenance,
• Ensure that a consistently high level of cleanliness and hygiene is maintained throughout the pool area at all times.
• Carry out regular checks of the changing facilities, paying particular attention to safety, facility operation, security, cleanliness and hygiene.
• Comply with the pool's Health and Safety procedures at all times.
• Ensure that all equipment is stored safely and securely when not in use.
• Assist with the emergency evacuation of the pool, for example in the event of a fire alarm.

As the Pool Assistant you will need:

• Previous work assisting with swimming pool
• Skill and experience in the application of pool surveillance and rescue techniques.
• Commitment to team-working, and respect and consideration of others.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork relating to the pool.
• Knowledge of CPR and emergency medical procedures.
• Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain vigilance without distraction to ensure pool safety.
• Previous pool maintenance experience.
• Commitment to ensuring an enjoyable and safe experience for all pool users.

Benefits:

• Occupational pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (counselling
• and advisory service)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• IT equipment discounts
• Healthcare scheme
• Perkbox discounted benefits (cinema, restaurant, high street and gym discounts, free drink every month at Caf Nero)
• Gift voucher scheme
• Eye Care vouchers
• Flu vaccination voucher
• Hepatitis B vaccination contribution
• Training and Personal Development
• Spectrum Health (24/7 access to counselling and support)