Recreation Assistant (Wetside)

Mid Devon District Council; Tiverton (RI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Annual leave entitlements

Free uniform and DBS check

Employee Assistance Programme

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Active Mid Devon is seeking a Lifeguard / Recreation Assistant (Wetside) for Tiverton. The role focuses on delivering a safe, welcoming experience for pool users and supporting high standards of customer service.

You will join a team committed to Pride, People, Performance and Partnerships, with training provided and opportunities to progress within the Leisure service. National Pool Lifeguard Qualification is required for the role.

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer facing environment.
• Ability to work within a team to provide an excellent customer experience.
• Willingness to undertake essential job-related training and a desire to progress in the Leisure sector.
• National Pool Lifeguard Qualification is required for the role, however for the right candidate training can be provided. First Aid at Work is advantageous but not essential as training will be given.

Responsibilities

• Providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all customers whilst using our facilities, including providing Lifeguard cover for all swimming pool users
• Focusing on providing a high-quality service to all customers
• Ensuring all facilities are presented and managed to the highest level at all times
• Ensuring you adhere to health and safety guidelines

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Health & safety awareness

Communication

Education

National Pool Lifeguard Qualification

Job description

Are you looking for your next challenge? Do you want a role that is rewarding? We have an exciting opportunity to work as a Lifeguard (Recreation Assistant - Wetside) for Active Mid Devon at our site in Tiverton.At Active Tiverton our benefits include:

Benefits

• Competitive rate of pay
• Generous annual leave entitlements
• Discounted leisure memberships
• Free uniform and DBS check
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Excellent training and development opportunities

As a Lifeguard / Recreation Assistant (Wetside) the duties include but are not limited to:

Duties

• Providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all customers whilst using our facilities, including providing Lifeguard cover for all swimming pool users
• Focusing on providing a high-quality service to all customers
• Ensuring all facilities are presented and managed to the highest level at all times
• Ensuring you adhere to health and safety guidelines

At Active Mid Devon we value: Pride, People, Performance and Partnerships

About you:

About you

• Experience in a customer facing environment
• Able to adapt and work within a team to provide an excellent customer experience
• Willingness to undertake essential job-related training and a desire to progress in the Leisure sector
• National Pool Lifeguard Qualification is required for the role, however for the right candidate training can be provided. First Aid at Work is advantageous but not essential as training will be given.

There is a potential for the right candidate to progress within our service and specialise in front of house, fitness, sport specific coaching, leisure training or leisure management.