Job Description

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Loan A Lifeguard Ltd are committed to Water Safety

We are looking for lifeguards to cover varies events including Holiday Camp work

Please apply even if you have limited availability.

You must be a qualified lifeguard to be considered for this role, with an enhanced DBS in place

Duties Summary:

Monitor pool-related activities closely throughout shift and identify any safety issues

Direct swimmers out of the pool in hazardous conditions

Monitor weather reports closely to ensure safety of guests

Maintain a clean environment in and around the pool

Provide assistance to patrons when appropriate or necessary

A Lifeguard

Lifeguards report to and work under the Pool Manager

The responsibilities include supervising the pool during swimming lessons and other pool activities ensuring the safety of pool users.

Duties and Responsibilities Pool

Supervise the pool during swimming lessons and other pool activities ensuring the safety of all users.

Manage any behaviour which could be dangerous to individuals or the safety of others

Enforce pool rules consistently

Handle any breach of rules with courtesy and fairness

Respond quickly, efficiently and calmly to any emergency situation in accordance with
established accident management procedures.

Ensure effective communication with other Lifeguards, Swimming Teachers or other staff on duty.

Maintain a vigilant watch of the swimming pool areas and take the necessary action to ensure the safe use of the pool users and staff.

Promote a positive image of the pool and deliver excellent customer service

Ensure a consistent high level of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the facilities

Ensure pool equipment is stored safely and securely when not in use

Lifeguards should ensure that they are fit enough to undertake training including Fitness Timed Swims.

Monitor cleaning materials and First Aid stock levels reporting any renewal/replacement needs to line manager

Cleaning of changing, shower and toilet areas.

Swishing down and cleaning poolside area after every session

Assist your line managers as required with routine maintenance and the general running of the Swim Centre

Regularly patrol the pool hall and changing rooms taking immediate action where required and reporting concerns to line manager

Report any faults or defects promptly to the your line manager either through use of the message book or immediately, using the phone or alternative method, depending on the seriousness of the situation

Health and Safety/Child Protection

Knowledge of the building, layout and basic equipment, in order to answer basic questions from customers.

Filling in the Accident book/Incident report if necessary

Ensure all areas are clean and tidy at all times and safe from trip hazards at all times.

Identify any potential hazards in or around the pool and bring to the attention of the
Commercial Pool Manager/ Community Swimming and Infrastructure Manager.

Ensure compliance with the Client's Health and Safety and Safeguarding Procedures within the workplace

To carry out all procedures and deal with all situations as indicated in the Normal Operating Procedures and Emergency Action Plan.

To comply with all the Client's policies and protocols

Customer Care

Demonstrate good Customer Care/Public Relations skills and have an awareness of customer requirements and behaviour.

To provide advice to customers on a first point of call basis, referring where necessary.

Personal Specification

Skills and

Good interpersonal skills and an ability to build relationships.

Knowledge

Reliable with good time management skills
The ability to work independently and sometimes under pressure

Good communication skills

An ability to prioritise

A commitment to high quality customer service

Qualifications/

Relevant and current Lifesaving qualification such as National Pool

Experience

Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) or STA Lifeguarding

A good understanding of and commitment to customer care

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Expected hours: 2 - 20 per week

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Zero hours contract
Contract length: 2 weeks

Pay: 12.50 per hour

Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Work Location: In person