Recreation Assistant (Pool) - Rothwell Leisure Centre

Leeds Safe Roads Partnership; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to health and fitness as a Recreation Assistant at a vibrant leisure centre. This role offers the opportunity to provide essential lifeguard services while ensuring customer satisfaction and safety. You'll engage in delivering sport and leisure activities, fostering a positive environment for all participants. The organization values continuous improvement and offers clear career progression alongside professional development opportunities. If you're passionate about making a difference in the community and enjoy working with people, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual leave entitlement

Membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund

Flexible working arrangements

Career progression opportunities

Staff benefits for wellbeing

Qualifications

• Must hold the National Pool Lifeguard Qualification.
• Experience in customer service and lifeguarding duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective lifeguard service and assist in sport activities.
• Administer First Aid and follow health and safety procedures.
• Supervise children’s activities and promote equality and diversity.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to work independently

Good organizational skills

Customer service experience

Lifeguarding duties experience

Motivational skills

Adaptability

Education

National Pool Lifeguard Qualification

Job description

Recreation Assistant (Pool) - Rothwell Leisure Centre

Job title: Recreation Assistant (Pool)

Hours: 14.25

We aim to recruit enthusiastic and motivated individuals for all aspects of our business. We focus on our employees by providing training and continual development opportunities.

Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions.

About you

As a Recreation Assistant - Pool, you will bring:

• Experience
• Energy
• Responsibility

About the role

We are looking for enthusiastic, passionate people who love health and fitness. We are recruiting Recreation Assistant Pool (lifeguard) staff committed to high customer service standards, motivating others, and providing effective lifeguard services in line with professional codes of conduct, policies, and procedures. You will assist in delivering sport and leisure activities while ensuring customer satisfaction, health and safety, and quality service.

What we offer you

We pride ourselves on offering a great employee experience, including:

• A competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays
• Membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, subject to service needs
• Clear career progression and ongoing professional development
• Staff benefits to support your wellbeing and financial wellbeing

How to apply

Apply online by completing the application form. Please read our guidance for advice. Ensure all sections are completed accurately before submission.

A DBS check will be conducted on preferred candidates, in line with our policy. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, including women, carers, veterans, LGBT+, ethnically diverse, disabled, and care-experienced individuals.

This role is based in the UK. Candidates must demonstrate the right to work in the UK prior to employment, through citizenship, visa, or settled status. If you lack the right to work, consider sponsorship options such as the Skilled Worker visa, which requires meeting salary and eligibility criteria.

Job Description

Job Purpose

To provide an effective lifeguard service according to professional and corporate standards. To assist in sport and leisure activities, ensuring customer satisfaction, health and safety, and quality service.

Responsibilities

• Administer First Aid as qualified and report incidents following procedures.
• Carry out duties in accordance with current health and safety legislation, procedures, and emergency plans.
• Perform cleaning duties as per schedules, using manual and mechanical equipment safely.
• Erect, dismantle, and store equipment safely and efficiently.
• Contribute to a customer-focused service environment.
• Supervise children’s activities and parties, adhering to child protection policies.
• Promote and support equality, diversity, and health & safety initiatives.
• Undertake any other duties reasonably required by your supervisor, consistent with your role.

Progression Criteria to A2

• Supervise pool activities, identify hazards, and respond appropriately following procedures and guidelines.
• Maintain National Pool Lifeguard qualification through training and compliance with council guidelines.
• Additional duties may be assigned as appropriate to the role.

Qualifications

Must hold and maintain the National Pool Lifeguard Qualification as a condition of employment.

Essential requirements

• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good organizational and prioritization skills
• Understanding of instructions and procedures
• Good general fitness
• Motivational skills
• Adaptability to different situations
• Knowledge of child protection and welfare issues
• Experience in customer service and lifeguarding duties

Essential Behavioural & Other Characteristics

• Commitment to continuous improvement and council values
• Understanding of equality and diversity policies
• Adherence to health and safety responsibilities
• Willingness to participate in training and development
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Participation in appraisals and training
• Compliance with council policies
• Support for equality, diversity, and anti-discrimination policies

Desirable requirements

• Knowledge of health and safety requirements
• First Aid Qualification
• Gym Instructor NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
• Experience in leisure centre or private sector
• Experience with specialist lifeguard equipment