Lifeguard & Camp Instructor

# Lifeguard & Camp InstructorEmployer: Wishford Education – CommercialLocation: Canterbury, KentContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: CasualSalary: £15.13/£12.21 per hr; £16.81 lifeguardPosted: 11th June 2026Expires: 23rd July 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1559924* Share : LinkedIn Facebook X WhatsApp Email* Print**Overview of the role**In order to create an amazing experience for our children, our staff are absolutely critical to our success each and every Holiday.**We are looking for someone who holds a RLSS Lifeguarding/ NRASTC qualification or equivalent.**One thing all of our staff has in common is that they all want to make an impact in the lives of children. They understand what it takes to be a role model and know that while working with children is incredibly fun, it is also hard work and challenging. Still, being a Instructor at Discover Activity Camps is one of the most rewarding jobs you will ever have.**Hours, Salary & Benefits**Hours: 7:45am – 5:30pm. Mon – Fri.Fixed term 0 hour contract.Pool operating times from 2 hours per day.Staff will be contacted in advance of each holiday period to confirm availability.Salary: £15.13 per hour (21 and over) £12.21 per hour (20 and under) Including holiday pay.Lifeguarding hours: £16.81 per hour including holiday pay.**RESPONSIBILITIES*** To be responsible for the overall wellbeing and happiness of the children in your care* To help deliver a programme of daily activities suitable for the age range of the children in a safe environment* Being the lifeguard ‘on duty’ for the daily swimming sessions* Follow activity plans and instructions provided by the Camp Manager* Lead and supervise a group of children during daily activities, swimming, games, and outings* To promote the ethos of Discover Activity Camps, providing an exceptional role model to children in your care* Promotion of exceptional safeguarding practices at all times, including awareness of recording and reporting procedures in accordance with the Safeguarding Policy* To be responsible for the security of the premises in which activities are undertaken* To ensure that buildings and rooms are adequately secured upon departure through the use of door codes and locks* Provide a friendly welcome to all holiday club attendees, meeting and greeting parents, signing children in at the start of the day and out at the end of the day* Accompany children around the site to different activities, supervising lunch and supervising open play sessions**Experience & Qualifications*** RLSS lifeguard/ NRASTC Swim Teacher* If you have worked in a Holiday Club environment before that would be great but don’t worry if you haven’t!* Experience coaching young persons’ sports is desirable.* We also want to hear about any experience you have delivering other activities such as arts/dance/music/computing/science.* We would love to hear about any childcare/educational play certificates you may have!**Skills*** You will be able to work in a busy environment as part of a friendly team, interfacing with parents, staff and most importantly the children.* You will have the ability to adapt to different situations and think creatively.* Enthusiastic with a genuine passion for working with children.* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.* Holder of Pool Plant certificate (desirable not essential)### AttachmentsCamp Instructorlifeguard – DAC### Safeguarding Statement:Wishford Education – Commercial is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.#J-18808-Ljbffr…