Senior Lifeguard (with Duty Manager responsibilities)

Leisure (Operations); Workington; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused leisure organization in Workington is seeking a Senior Lifeguard to supervise pool operations and staff, ensuring health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess a National Pool Lifeguard Qualification and have strong leadership skills. This role includes Duty Manager responsibilities and offers a comprehensive benefits package including health memberships and personal development opportunities.

Benefits

Health & Fitness membership for family members

Flexible working arrangements

Colleague bonus scheme (2%)

Healthcare cashback plan (up to £500/year)

Discounts on activities, shop, and cafes

Qualifications

• Competent swimmer required.
• If lacking Pool Plant Operations License, training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Supervise customers and lifeguards.
• Oversee pool and building operations.
• Ensure health and safety standards.
• Maintain first-class customer service.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Strong leadership skills

Safety-conscious

Customer-focused

Education

National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)

Job description

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Senior Lifeguard (with Duty Manager responsibilities), Workington

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Client:

Leisure (Operations)

Location:

Workington, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

25.08.2025

Expiry Date:

09.10.2025

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Job Description:

We are Places for People Group, a social enterprise committed to building communities by providing homes and services that enable everyone to thrive. At Places Leisure, we aim to change lives by creating active spaces and promoting health and wellbeing, striving to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.

We value our people highly, treating them as more than just employees but as vital contributors to our community-focused mission.

Role Overview

If you're looking to earn money in a lively environment alongside passionate colleagues, this role offers a great opportunity. You will supervise customers and lifeguards, oversee pool and building operations, ensure health and safety standards, and maintain first-class customer service and cleanliness. The role includes Duty Manager responsibilities, with appropriate training provided.

For more details, please download the job profile from our website.

Candidate Profile

A valid National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is essential. If you lack a Pool Plant Operations License, full training will be provided. Supervisory experience and strong leadership skills are advantageous, especially for managing a large team. You must be a competent swimmer, safety-conscious, and customer-focused.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Living Wage alignment
• Health & Fitness membership for you and nominated family members
• Flexible working arrangements
• Colleague bonus scheme (2%)
• Additional annual leave options
• Ongoing personal development opportunities
• Company pension scheme
• Healthcare cashback plan (up to £500/year)
• Discounts on activities, shop, and cafes
• Additional perks from various retailers and entertainment providers