Lifeguard – Summer Holiday Camp – Eltham College – Eltham, London Making school holidays extraordinary The Details Title: Lifeguard Reporting to: Camp Manager Contract: Seasonal work in school holidays. Hours: Hours will vary for each camp depending on the location and pool availability. Full season or part season roles available. Summary of Position The role of the Specialist Instructor (Lifeguard) is to ensure the welfare and safety of the children on camp is always maintained, and to act as a lifeguard during our swimming sessions on camp. During swimming sessions, you will be the sole lifeguard on poolside, accompanied by an Activity instructor/s leading an activity for children aged 4 – 14 years. Between lifeguarding duties, if above 18, you will be part of our Instructor Team delivering outstanding sports sessions, arts and crafts activities and games to groups of children, with an emphasis being on participation, care, and development. If you are under 18, outside of lifeguarding you will help support the Instructor Team with the activities and general cleanliness of the camp. As well as leading sessions, staff contribute to the high standard of physical, emotional, and social care offered by Ultimate Activity Camps. Our Activity Instructors have a pastoral role as the leader of a group of children on camp, with the focus being on maintaining welfare and providing high quality care. Duties and Responsibilities Lifeguard for all age groups of children on our camps during timetabled swimming sessions. Take a pastoral role as a group leader, welcoming new children into your group and liaising with the Camp Manager and/or parents as necessary. Supervise and engage with the children outside of activity times. Maintain a clean and tidy pool area. Continuously promote…
