Leisure Assistant (Lifeguard)
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Leisure Assistant (Lifeguard) – [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] Ltd
Are you looking for flexible work in a busy and rewarding leisure environment?
[Employer hidden] Ltd is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Casual Leisure Assistants (Lifeguards) to join our team across our sports centres in Cambridgeshire. This role offers flexible working hours and is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with the public while helping to deliver safe, high-quality leisure services.
Working under the guidance of the Duty Manager and Shift Leader, you will support the smooth day-to-day operation of the centre, ensuring customers enjoy a safe, clean, and welcoming environment. The roleincludes lifeguarding duties, along with general leisure assistant responsibilities.
Why [Employer hidden]?
At [Employer hidden], we are passionate about providing high-quality leisure services while investing in our people. You will receive full training, ongoing support, and opportunities to develop your skills within a professional leisure environment.
For those looking to progress, there may be opportunities to develop further, including supporting across multiple sites.
Key responsibilities:
- Providing excellent customer service, responding positively and professionally to customer enquiries
- Supporting the Duty Manager and Shift Leader with the day-to-day operation of the centre
- Lifeguarding swimming pool activities, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all pool users in line with RLSS guidance and [Employer hidden] procedures
- Preventing accidents and responding effectively to emergency situations in accordance with the centre’s Normal Operating Procedures (NOPs) and Emergency Action Plans (EAPs)
- Ensuring facilities are clean, safe, and ready for use, including poolside areas
- Carrying out equipment set-ups and takedowns for activities and events
- Conducting routine facility checks and reporting faults or hazards promptly
- Undertaking cleaning duties in line with agreed schedules
- Supporting centre operations during busy periods, events, and community activities
- Following health and safety, safeguarding, and operational procedures at all times
Essential requirements:
- RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
- A proactive, customer-focused approach
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues and customers
- The ability to work independently and follow operational procedures
- Willingness to undertake further training, including First Aid and Pool Plant training as required
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and at short notice, in line with centre opening hours
Training & Development
- Full induction and ongoing training provided
- Monthly paid 2-hour staff training sessions
- Opportunities to develop skills and work across multiple [Employer hidden] sites
- Ongoing support to maintain NPLQ and other relevant qualifications
What we offer:
- Flexible casual working hours
- Holiday pay paid at 12.07% per hour worked
- Free on-site parking
- A supportive, inclusive, and professional team environment
If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and committed to delivering safe and positive leisure experiences, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Please complete the application form in full and submit it along with a covering letter to [contact hidden]
Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive for certain roles, we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received.