Job Description

Salary
37,722 - 44,378 - (dependent on experience)
Contract type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Additional information
40 hours per week - Flexibility required for evening and weekend work
Lifeguard Region
South East
Location
Hastings, East Sussex, England
Location description
Hastings Support Centre
Interview date
w/c 5th January
Closing Date
16-12-2025
Reference
20963
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Internal vacancy
The RNLI actively promotes continuous development within the organisation and is only seeking applications from current RNLI employees and volunteers at this time. If this position is not filled internally it may be re-advertised openly. #LI-DNI
The RNLI strives to prevent drowning, to support this aim, we are offering up a fantastic opportunity of a position as a Lead Lifeguard Supervisor to manage our operations across our Hastings area.
This post is an exciting and challenging role, suitable for an individual with an enthusiastic approach and driven with good people and leadership skills. As Lead Lifeguard Supervisor the successful candidate will be managing a team of Supervisors across the Hastings area and working closely with a team of over 35 Lifeguards to deliver a safe and effective service on the 6 beaches across our operational area.
A sound knowledge of the beach environment and sea based recreational activities along with extensive experience in the provision of lifeguard services is required. As the Lead Lifeguard Supervisor, in this operationally focussed role it is essential that you are an excellent communicator, able to manage yourself and others effectively whilst managing delivery to budget and deadline. The ability to deal effectively with a broad range of people and situations is essential as well as a keenness to drive improvement and identify opportunities to best support the communities we serve.
The Lead Lifeguard Supervisor role involves:

• Leading the supervisors through the recruitment, training, supervision and administration of the lifeguard team and the delivery of the lifeguard service in line with RNLI standards and procedure
• Actively managing and being responsible for the budget of the lifeguard service, with clear focus on the efficient use of people, equipment and money
• Collaborating locally with partner agencies as well as nationally with others within the RNLI to support the effective delivery of the rescue service
• Exploring opportunities within our communities for how we identify risks and create opportunities to save more lives.

A good understanding of the local area would be advantageous. In addition, you will need to maintain all fitness and proficiency criteria required by operational RNLI lifeguards. Previous supervisory and training experience is essential. A current, ILS recognised beach Lifeguard qualification is required.
You will need to be IT literate, hold a valid driving licence, and have a flexible approach to working times that reflects the dynamic nature of the Lifeguard Service.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore any offer of employment will be subject to an enhanced criminal records check.
This post requires a valid driving licence.
This post requires an ILS recognised lifesaving qualification.
Safeguarding
The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person's health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).
Diversity at the RNLI
Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.

Skills Required