Lifeguard

Virgin Active
TW2 7BA, Twickenham
Competitive hourly rate + excellent benefits
21 Apr 2015
19 May 2015
Twickenham140
Part Time

Are you a qualified lifeguard committed to ensuring swimmers are safe and happy in the pool area at all times?

We’re looking for a competent lifeguard to take responsibility for the health and safety of our Classic Club members and ensure all our poolside activities are promoted and run effectively to deliver a 5* service. 

Part of one of the UK’s most prestigious group of companies, the luxurious Virgin Active Classic clubs are the ultimate choice for those who want the very best in lifestyle, service and fitness. Twickenham is no exception. From its distinctive location within the world-famous Twickenham Rugby Ground, it offers a spacious gym floor featuring the very latest exercise equipment, a 20-metre swimming pool, over 100 group classes each week and a unique 50ft climbing wall. Our members can then slow things down in our hydrotherapy pool and spa facilities, or simply take time out with a drink or a snack in the Lounge while surfing the web.

Duties included:

  • Supervision of our members within the pool & surrounding areas, to ensure safety at all times.
  • Enthusiastically engage with our members, providing an exceptional customer service experience and representation of the Club.
  • Be dedicated to promoting and running effective poolside activities to create a fantastic experience & atmosphere for members.
  • Proactively carry out daily checks such as water temperature & equipment storage, ensuring the company standard is maintained to the highest level.
  • Taking pride in poolside surroundings, by conducting cleaning duties to ensure safety, hygiene & pleasant area at all times.
  • Additional activities to support club operation where required.

Confident in your ability to ensure our swimmers are safe and happy at all times; you’re also keen to make the most of your qualifications and experience in a quality driven environment.

Specific requirements of successful candidate:

  • Current Lifeguard qualification and fully registered with either:          
    • RLSS- IQL National Pool Lifeguard Qualification
    • HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (QCF).
    • STA Professional Award for Pool Lifeguard (QCF)
  • Strong communication skills and experience in a customer facing environment and able to respond appropriately and efficiently to member feedback.
  • A friendly, calm and approachable nature with the ability to act quickly and effectively, should the need arise.

This role is part time, working 10-15 hours per week. Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the business; specific shift patterns include 5:30am - 12pm for ‘earlies’, 12pm - 5:30pm for 'middles' and 5:30pm -10:30pm for ‘lates’.