Lifeguard (Recreation Assistant)

See Job Description and Application form by visiting our site http://www.brentwoodschool.co.uk/Sports-Centre-Job-Vacancies.

Looking for candidate to start ASAP.

Job Purpose:

To be responsible for matters of public and staff safety including provision of lifeguard cover and emergency response, preparation and security of the site, equipment rigs, hygiene and cleaning of the facility.

The successful candidate will possess:

• An RLSS National Pool Lifeguard qualification
• High standards of integrity, honesty and confidentiality, to be maintained at all times
• A willingness to work ‘unsociable’ hours, including early mornings, late evenings and weekends. The work will take place within a rotating pattern of shifts.
• Strong verbal communication skills
• A commitment to excellent customer service
• A reliable and dependable approach towards their work, their colleagues and the diverse users of the Sports Centre
• The ability to take direction from senior staff, and the willingness to implement their work duties to a high standard
• The ability to remain calm, composed and flexible within a busy and demanding environment, finding solutions to problems that might arise on a daily basis
• An understanding of the importance of safety in the workplace and a commitment towards safe working practices
• A commitment to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of young people and to demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of this post. To adhere to, and ensure compliance with, the Centre’s Child Protection Policy Statement at all times, reporting any concerns to the Designated Protection Officer or the School’s Protection Officer.

Benefits:

• Free School Lunch during the day throughout the school’s Term time
• Free Adult Gold Membership