Recreation Assistant/Lifeguard - Redbridge, Various Locations

Location: Various leisure facilities across Redbridge
Salary:  £20,670 per annum/£9.91 per hour
Type: Permanent and Casual hours available
Closing Date: Tuesday 31st May 2022
Interview Date: TBC

The Sport & Leisure Service are recruiting for an enthusiastic and motivated Recreation Assistant/Lifeguard to join our team!

Job Responsibilities:

• To undertake pool supervision, to carry out set up/down of equipment.
• To assist in the communication and promotion of the centre’s services.
• To assist in ensuring the efficient operation of the facility, on a shift rota basis.
• To ensure that the centre is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness.
• To ensure the safety and welfare of staff and users of the centre through the operation of all Health and Safety procedures and standards and be aware of your role in managing emergencies, accident reporting and report defects as necessary.
• Assist customers with regard to lost property, first aid, use of equipment and provide general information regarding the centre.

Job Requirements:

• NPLQ Qualification.
• First Aid at Work Certificate.
• Previous experience of working within the leisure industry is preferred.
• Required to work outside normal hours, including evenings, weekends, public holidays with flexibility of location.
• Responsible for maintaining all relevant qualifications and attending training sessions as part of normal working arrangements.

Vision - Redbridge Culture & Leisure provides a wide range of facilities and services on behalf of the London Borough of Redbridge which includes Leisure Centres, Libraries, Redbridge Museum, Local Studies and Archives, Parks, Open Spaces, Country Parks, Sport and Physical Activity, Arts, Events, Fairlop Outdoor Activity Centre and Hall Lettings.

Vision - Redbridge Culture & Leisure aims to increase participation, accessibility and inclusivity across its services, developing partnerships and sharing best practice throughout facilities.