Recreation Assistants (lifeguards) - K2 Crawley

Recreation Assistants (lifeguards), K2 Crawley

£13,354 – £13,890   per annum

Freedom Leisure has 2 full time job vacancies for Lifeguards at the K2 in Crawley.  

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.  You will responsible for:

• 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
• set up and take down equipment
• 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.

In addition to this you will need an excellent understanding of customer service and be able to relate to customers of all ages.  You will need a NPLQ qualification although this training can be provided for you.  GCSE’s in English and Maths will also be an advantage.

The benefits

We can provide the full NPLQ training for those successful at interview, we will also provide First Aid training; staff gym 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.

The K2

This is a busy community leisure centre with two pools, a diving pit, a gym, and health suite and exercise studio, climbing wall and indoor bowls.  If you’re looking for a career in leisure 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 or download an application form and send it by applying below.

Closing Date:  Friday 6^th May 2016