Spa Assistant / Lifeguard - Trainee and Qualified

Center Parcs UK & Ireland; Warminster; On-site; GBP 66,000 - 165,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free day passes

Discounts on breaks

Bonus scheme

Career development and training

Friendly team

Job summary

Center Parcs UK & Ireland is seeking a Spa Assistant / Lifeguard for Aqua Sana Forest Spa at Longleat Forest. The role offers a part-time contract with shifts between 7am and 10pm, and a guaranteed minimum of 48 or 120 hours over 4 weeks. DBS check and NPLQ training may be required for certain candidates. The hourly rate is £13.83.

You will help maintain a safe, clean, tranquil environment and provide excellent service to guests, with opportunities for career development and in-role training.

Qualifications

• RLSS Pool Lifeguard / NARS qualification required for qualified lifeguards.
• Clear communicator with strong time management and attention to detail.
• Ability to work well in a team and build guest relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide lifeguard support and ensure guest safety at all times.
• Deliver outstanding customer service to enhance the guest experience.
• Maintain cleanliness and ambience through daily spa upkeep and deep cleaning routines.
• Support general maintenance to uphold spa presentation and hygiene standards.

Education

RLSS Pool Lifeguard / NARS Qualification

Job description

Forest | £13.83 per hour

Bring calm, care and confidence to every guest

Join our team as a Spa Assistant / Lifeguard and help create a safe, clean and tranquil environment for our guests. You'll deliver exceptional service while maintaining the high standards and serene atmosphere of our Aqua Sana Forest Spa.

Longleat Forest | £13.83 per hour

Bring calm, care and confidence to every guest

Join our team as a Spa Assistant / Lifeguard and help create a safe, clean and tranquil environment for our guests. You'll deliver exceptional service while maintaining the high standards and serene atmosphere of our Aqua Sana Forest Spa.

What You'll Be Doing

• Provide lifeguard support and ensure guest safety at all times
• Deliver outstanding customer service to enhance the guest experience
• Maintain cleanliness and ambience through daily spa upkeep and deep cleaning routines
• Support general maintenance to uphold spa presentation and hygiene standards

Please note Trainee candidates must attend a 5-day NPLQ course and employment will be subject to passing the course.

What's In It For You

• Free day passes and access to leisure facilities (including the spa)
• Discounts on breaks and in our shops and restaurants
• Bonus scheme and recognition rewards
• A supportive, friendly team
• Career development and in-role training

Your working hours

• Part-time contract, with shifts falling between 7am and 10pm
• You will be contracted to work a guaranteed minimum of 48 or 120 hours over a 4-week period. You may be asked to work additional hours in line with operational requirements
• This role includes early mornings, evenings, weekends and bank holidays

About You

• RLSS Pool Lifeguard / NARS Qualification - for Qualified Lifeguards
• Clear communicator with strong time management, attention to detail and initiative
• Ability to build positive relationships across all levels and work well in a team
• Friendly, genuine and warm towards guests and colleagues

As part of the interview process, candidates are required to complete a swim test.

Note: You'll need to complete a DBS check before starting (we’ll help with that).

Our values

Each colleague at Center Parcs is involved in building better worlds for our guests, colleagues, communities and our environment. Contributing to our purpose means living out our values: We care, we're brave, we're determined and we're naturally us.

Sound like your kind of job?

Working here

Check your route before applying - Longleat Forest (BA12 7PU), isn't easily reached by public transport:

Plan Your Journey

Closing date: 3rd September 2026

Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.

At Center Parcs, everyone's welcome.

We recognise that we’re all at our best when we're being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect.We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging.We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.