About the Role
There are many opportunities within Places Leisure. Starting your career with us as a Lifeguard is a great first step toward routes such as Operational Management, Sales, Fitness, or Customer Service.
In the Lifeguard role, we will offer ongoing training and competency assessments as well as opportunities for first‑aid at work training, swimming‑teacher qualifications, and a variety of apprenticeship routes.
Responsibilities
- Supervise customers and other lifeguards using the swimming and pool facilities.
- Act safely, holding responsibility for the Health and Safety of all pool users and overseeing operations of the building.
- Maintain excellent attention to detail, ensuring the safety and enjoyment of customers.
- Deliver first‑class customer service, dealing with customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
Qualifications & Experience
- National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is essential.
- Competent swimmer and safety conscious.
- Willingness to gain valuable life skills; if NPLQ not held, we support achieving it.
Training & Development
We provide ongoing training and competency assessments, first‑aid at work training, swimming‑teacher qualifications, and apprenticeship routes.
Benefits
- Bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
- Full Health & Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult, and up to 4 juniors
- Flexible working (part‑time, shift work, etc.)
- Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
- Ongoing personal learning and development opportunities
- Access to Company Pension scheme
- Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year
- Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes
- Extra perks including discounts and offers from shops, cinemas, and more
Safe Working
Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect. We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre‑employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment.
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