Pool Lifeguard

St Peter's School; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A distinguished educational institution is seeking a dedicated Senior Lifeguard to supervise the lifeguarding team and maintain high safety standards at the pool. Responsibilities include providing lifeguarding services during scheduled sessions, overseeing facility operations, conducting water tests, and ensuring compliance with health and safety policies. The ideal candidate should possess a lifeguard qualification, be vigilant and responsive to emergencies, and promote an inclusive environment for all users.

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Legal duty to ensure own and others' safety.
• Familiarity with Health and Safety policies.
• Maintaining appropriate fitness for duties.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Swimming Pool and ensure safety.
• Conduct water testing and maintain pool access safety.
• Assist in facilitating events and cleaning the facility.

Skills

Lifeguarding

Emergency response

Customer relations

Health and Safety adherence

Team supervision

Education

Lifeguard qualification

First-aid certification

Tools

Water testing equipment

Pool safety equipment

Job description

Supervise the lifeguard team and provide a life guarding service and general assistance with the operation of the pool. As a Senior Lifeguard, to assist the Swimming Pool Manager with the safe, efficient and effective management of the facilities deputising in their absence,

Responsibilities

• To supervise the Swimming Pool and associated facilities in accordance with the laid down procedures, ensuring that high standards of safety are maintained for all users.
• To provide a lifeguarding service during all school lessons, boarders swimming sessions, staff and parents swim, and at other times as required.
• To remain vigilant and respond immediately to any emergency.
• To deputise for the Swimming Pool Manager in their absence.
• To assist in the effective operation of programmed of activities, including equipment set up and changeovers as required for the scheduled programme both for internal and external customers.
• To undertake water testing when it is due during allocated time on site, reporting to the Swimming Pool Manager or to Estates staff any discrepancies or concerns immediately. If the water test is outside the safe limits, the lifeguard must prevent access into the pool water by any person until a competent person has re-set the water treatment and confirm the quality is back within specification and safe.
• To undertake the cleaning of the whole facility (including changing rooms, toilets, pool and poolside, other public areas) adhering to a schedule and standards set.
• To facilitate special events such as galas, including school open days to showcase the facility to prospective pupils and parents.
• To report any defects in or damage to equipment associated with the facility, reporting any / issues to the Swimming Pool Manager or to Estates staff as required.
• To establish and maintain excellent relationships with all customers, both internal and external and to ensure everyone feels welcomed and valued.
• To ensure the security of the pool building including locking doors and setting the alarm systems, and reporting any faults on the system.
• To ensure continuous personal development, including attending monthly refresher sessions, maintaining personal fitness appropriate for lifeguarding duties and to maintain and retain appropriate lifeguard qualifications.

General

• Health & Safety - You have a legal duty to take reasonable care of your own health and safety and that of others and you are expected to be familiar with, and adhere to, St Peter’s School’s Health and Safety policy.
• School values - You have a duty to ensure your work, communication and approach conforms to the school’s core values and mission. You will need to be aware and comply with school rules, policies and procedures at all times including, but not limited to, those relating to safeguarding, conduct, equality and data protection.

St Peter’s School strives to be diverse and inclusive. We encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the school. The school is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and pupils. This means that employees are treated fairly, irrespective of sexual orientation, ethnic origin, religion, disability, age, gender, marital status or other reason. The post holder is expected to always comply with the provisions set out in law and the St Peter’s policies on equality and diversity. The school is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.