Recreation Assistant - Loxford Leisure Centre

Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A community leisure provider in Greater London seeks a part-time Recreation Assistant/Lifeguard to supervise the pool and ensure safety and cleanliness. The ideal candidate will hold an NPLQ Qualification and a First Aid Certificate, with previous leisure industry experience preferred. Flexibility in hours is required, including evenings and weekends. The role is vital for promoting and maintaining high standards at the facility.

Qualifications

• Must hold NPLQ Qualification.
• Must possess First Aid at Work Certificate.
• Experience in the leisure industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the pool and set up/down equipment.
• Promote the centre’s services and assist in operations.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards at the facility.

Skills

NPLQ Qualification

First Aid at Work Certificate

Previous experience in the leisure industry

Flexibility for working hours

Job description

Part Time - 20 hours per week

The Sport & Leisure Service are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Recreation Assistant/Lifeguard to join our team at Loxford Leisure Centre.

Loxford Leisure Centre is a dual‑use community facility. Shared with Loxford School of Science & Technology, the leisure centre opens at 5.30pm during term time and all day at weekends and during school holidays. The pool hall at Loxford is enclosed with no external viewing which allows us to provide women‑only sessions.

Job Responsibilities

• Undertake pool supervision and carry out set up/down of equipment.
• Assist in the communication and promotion of the centre’s services.
• Assist in ensuring the efficient operation of the facility, on a shift rota basis.
• Ensure that the centre is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness.
• Ensure the safety and welfare of staff and users of the centre through the operation of all Health and Safety procedures and standards and be aware of your role in managing emergencies, accident reporting and reporting defects as necessary.
• Assist customers with regard to lost property, first aid, use of equipment and provide general information regarding the centre.

Job Requirements

• NPLQ Qualification.
• First Aid at Work Certificate.
• Previous experience of working within the leisure industry is preferred.
• Required to work outside normal hours, including evenings, weekends, public holidays with flexibility of location.
• Responsible for maintaining all relevant qualifications and attending training sessions as part of normal working arrangements.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Recreation Assistant – Loxford

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