Lifeguard / Pool Attendant - London

Pool Attendant - The Hurlingham Club

Fixed Term Contract

Bordering the Thames in Fulham and set in 42 acres of magnificent grounds, The Hurlingham Club is a green oasis of tradition and international renown. Recognised throughout the world as one of Britain’s greatest private members’ clubs, it retains its quintessentially English traditions and heritage, while providing modern facilities and services for its members.

The Fitness team are a large, friendly team responsible for looking after the members and their guests with regards the indoor sports facilities; Racquet and Fitness Centres, Dance Studio, Gym, Indoor Pool, Squash, Treatment room, Crèche as well as the Outdoor Pool in the summer months along with some seasonal outdoor sports activities.

As a Seasonal Lifeguard/Pool Attendant, you will work a 37.5 hour week, which will include evenings and weekends. Whether you work at the Outdoor Pool or at the Indoor Pool in the Fitness Centre you will be required to act as a professional lifeguard on poolside and carryout cleaning duties whilst off poolside.

As well as performing these duties whilst you are at the Outdoor Pool, you will also help cover reception where you will be required to deal with members and their guests both face-to-face and over the phone. You will also be expected to help ensure the reception area including the shop is clean and presentable and that shop sales are processed correctly. Whilst you are up at the Fitness Centre you will be required to do set ups in the Dance Studio, help the supervisors as and when required and will assist in keeping Fitness Centre areas clean and tidy.

You must also have a current Lifeguard qualification. Previous experience as a Lifeguard / Pool Attendant is desirable but not essential; you will need to have exceptional customer service skills and be confident whilst staying calm in all circumstances. Additionally, some reception experience would be preferable for those wishing to work at the Outdoor Pool; you will need to be computer literate, have experience in using a till and cashing up.

Must be available for the whole season from Monday 16 April – Sunday 30 September 2018.