Recreation Assistants (lifeguards) - Malvern Splash Leisure Complex

Recreation Assistants (lifeguards), Malvern Splash Leisure Complex

Up to £13,520.00 per annum

Freedom Leisure is the largest provider of community leisure in the South East and is excited to be expanding into Worcestershire.  We have brand new job vacancies for 2 full time Lifeguards at Malvern Splash Leisure Complex.

What will you be doing?

At Freedom Leisure our lifeguards are central to the highest safety and customer service standards that we provide to our customers.  Your main responsibilities will be:

• ensuring that all swimmers are safe during their time with us
• ensuring that the pool and changing room areas are clean and tidy
• deal with any customer queries in a friendly and professional way

You may also work in other areas of the centre to set up and take down equipment or to provide support to other activities that take place during the day.  We work shifts that include weekends and evenings.

What are we looking for?

To be a lifeguard you will need to be a strong swimmer and to pass a swim competency test which includes being able to dive to the bottom of the pool; swim 50 metres on your front in 60 seconds and 100 metres continuously on your front and back.  You will also need to be able to tread water for 30 seconds in deep water.

Ideally you will already have an NPLQ qualification, however training can be provided if you don’t.

In addition to this you will need an excellent understanding of customer service and be able to relate to customers of all ages.  GCSE’s in English and Maths will also be an advantage to you.

The benefits

We will provide NPLQ training to those who don’t already have it.  We will also provide First Aid training; staff membership; pension; 28 days holiday that increases the longer you work for us; excellent career opportunities; cafe discount; a uniform and a great team working environment. Your salary will range from £5.13 - £6.50 per hour depending on age and experience.  We have various hours available.

Malvern Splash Leisure Complex

This busy community leisure centre already has 2 pools, a gym, health suite and an exercise studio. We are currently planning some impressive development projects including a new My Ride studio and several improvements to the gym.  If you’re looking for a career in leisure then this is an exciting time to join one of the largest providers of community leisure.

How do I get this great job?

Please send a CV by 18 October 2015