Trainee Lifeguard & Surf Coach

The Wave Group; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 18.000 - 24.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

30 days paid holiday

Staff surf sessions

Discounts across surf offerings

Zusammenfassung

As a Trainee Lifeguard and Surf Coach at The Wave, you’ll play a vital role in delivering safe, unforgettable surf experiences. You’ll be responsible for maintaining high water safety standards, supporting surf operations and delivering excellent customer service on and off the lake.

This hands-on role requires vigilance, confidence and clear communication in a fast-paced environment. You will train through our funded RLSS NVBLQ Lifeguard course and join a Surf England Level 1 coaching pathway.

Qualifikationen

• Commit to 28 hours per week fixed-term contract through 2026 season.
• Complete 6‑day RLSS NVBLQ Lifeguard course at Porthcawl.
• Pass timed swim: 400m in 7.5 minutes.
• Willing to work weekends and school holidays.

Aufgaben

• Maintain safety of lake users through active supervision and lifeguard rotations.
• Deliver professional lifeguarding duties in line with standards.
• Carry out equipment checks and ensure rescue-ready safety gear.
• Respond to incidents, administer first aid, and complete reports.
• Support surf operations including customer check-in and equipment handling.
• Communicate clearly with surfers, hosts and the Surf Ops team.
• Deliver high-quality surf lessons in line with coaching standards.
• Provide constructive feedback to support surfer progression.

Kenntnisse

Lifeguard

Surf Coaching

First Aid

Outdoor work

Jobbeschreibung

We understand a barrier to achieving the required coaching qualifications can often be the cost and the location of course providers. We want to make this easier for aspiring Surf Coaches. We will therefore cover the cost of you training upfront, provide equipment and ensure you have guaranteed work for the season ahead.

The first step of your Surf Coach training will be completing our first RLSS NVBLQ Lifeguard Course, running from 20 th – 28 th March 2026 (20 th – 22 nd & 26 th – 28 th ). You will then work as a Lifeguard for a period before joining a Surf England Coach Level 1 course.

To be considered you must be able to commit to the following:

• Available for the duration of the 6-day RLSS NVBLQ course at Porthcawl
• Can meet the timed swim target of 400m in 7.5 minutes
• You must be available to work shift work, weekends and the duration of the school holidays
• Able to surf our intermediate wave setting here at The Wave both forehand and backhand
• Able to commit to a 28 hour per week fixed-term contract throughout out 2026 season
• Able to provide us with a clear DBS check certificate dated after any offers of employment and prior to commencing the course.

The Training Contract

You will be required to enter into a training agreement, whereby, subject to completing a minimum amount of hours during your employment you will incur no charge for the cost of the course. For individuals who don’t meet these hours, a proportionate charge will be deducted on your final pay. The training agreement will set out the full cost implications.

What happens at the end of the contract?

It may be possible for the participants to continue working for us beyond the end of the fixed-term contract. We also hope that we would see you return as part of The Wave family in subsequent seasons

Who We Are

The Wave is a place where people and naturecome together - creating the right environment for people to thrive - our guests, our team, and our community. Our purpose is to nurture a world of health, hope and happiness with every wave. We’re driven by a spirit of innovation, purpose and possibility.

Our Values – We Are FAIR

• Fun– We take fun seriously! We put smiles on faces.
• Adventurous– We’re game changers, adaptable and explore with optimism.
• Impact– We’re here to create a healthier connection between people and planet.
• Respect– We care for each other, our customers and our community.

These values guide how we show up, how we make decisions, and how we work together - every day, in every role.

About the Role

As a Trainee Lifeguard and Surf Coach at The Wave, you’ll play a vital role in delivering safe, unforgettable surf experiences. You’ll be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of water safety, supporting surf operations, and delivering excellent customer service both on and off the lake.

This is a hands‑on role requiring vigilance, confidence, and strong communication skills in a fast‑paced environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintain the safety of all lake users through active supervision and lifeguard rotations
• Deliver professional lifeguarding duties in line with EAPs, SOPs and training standards
• Carry out visual equipment checks and ensure all safety equipment is rescue‑ready
• Respond confidently to incidents, administer first aid, and complete incident reports
• Support surf operations including checking in customers,sorting and cleaning equipment and visitor flow
• Communicate clearly with surfers, hosts and the wider Surf Ops team
• Ensure correct surfer numbers, waiver checks, helmet compliance and session rules
• Promote a positive, welcoming atmosphere while delivering high standards of customer service
• Support cleanliness, organisation and smooth daily opening and closing procedures
• Deliver high-quality surf lessons in line with coaching standards and session plans
• Manage lesson groups effectively, adapting coaching to ability and group size
• Provide constructive feedback and encouragement to support surfer progression

About You

• You’re calm under pressure, proactive and safety-focused, with a passion for working outdoors and supporting great guest experiences.
• A n aspiring Lifeguard and Surf Coach w ho wants to develop their skills and knowledge of safety, first aid , lifeguarding & surf coaching
• Confidence communicating with a wide range of customers
• A team player who works well in dynamic, operational environments
• A positive, professional attitude aligned with our FAIR values

What We Offer

We aim to create a workplace where people feel valued, energised and able to bring their best. At The Wave you’ll find:

• 30 days paid holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Free access to our staff surf sessions.
• Multiple discounts across our surf and other offerings.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We’re built on the idea that everyone should have the chance to experience the joy of surfing and the outdoors - and that starts with our own team. We’re committed to creating a place where people genuinely feel like they belong and be themselves.

We welcome different backgrounds , perspectives and experiences, and we work hard to make sure the right people are in the right roles, with the support they need to thrive.

This is a fixed‑term contract that will run from Monday 30th March to either Wednesday 2nd September or Sunday 4th October (to be discussed at Interview).

Please note the interview dates for this role will be 11th & 12th February, where you will be required to complete a timed swim.