Client:
Barracudas Activity Day Camps
Location:
Upminster, London
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
6a5989c726eb
Job Views:
3
Posted:
24.03.2025
Expiry Date:
08.05.2025
Job Description:
Lifeguard - Easter
Hours of work: 09:00 – 16:30
Salary: £431.47- £529.53 per week (dependent on age, internal/external experience, and qualifications)
Reportable to: Camp Senior Team, Area Manager and Central Office
Barracudas are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.
Lifeguard Duties
* Follow policies and procedures outlined in the Swimming Pool file
* Complete daily checks of water, signage, and buoyancy aids
* Provide safety instructions to bathers at the start of each session and ensure they are adhered to
* Direct non-lifeguarding staff in their swimming session duties
* Monitor and conduct swimming tests on camp
* Maintain daily and weekly written records of swim tests and buoyancy aids
* Ensure appropriate levels of staff and Lifeguards are maintained for bather levels
* Identify emergencies quickly and take the appropriate course of action
* Ensure the pool is always securely locked when not in use
* Anticipate problems and prevent accidents from occurring
* Maintain a clean pool and ensure equipment is packed away
Requirements
* Have a valid NPLQ issued through RLSS, STA, or HABC and be able to provide the original certificate to evidence training
* Complete and pass a Barracudas Lifeguard Competency Assessment (LCA)
* Be mentally alert, self-disciplined, physically fit and have good hearing and vision
* Be aged 18 or over by the start date of your contract
* Be eligible to work in the UK
* Provide satisfactory professional/academic references – ideally 1 from a previous/current lifeguarding role (unless NPLQ has been attained through Barracudas)
* Obtain an enhanced DBS check through Barracudas or have an existing enhanced DBS on the Update Service
* Attend a Virtual Assessment Event if you’re new to Barracudas
* Complete online training annually
* Attend Induction Training Day
During Induction Training Day, Lifeguards will have time to read the Swimming Pool file to familiarize themselves with the contents of the pool they will be lifeguarding at along with their duties and responsibilities.
Additional Responsibilities
* Ensure that the company fulfills all its Health and Safety obligations
* Organize or deliver activities that are appropriate for the children in your care
* Encourage children to participate in new activities
* Ensure children under your supervision behave safely
* Follow camp systems, including registration and collection procedures
* Be a positive role model by promoting a healthy lifestyle
* Report any concerns regarding Child Protection
* Make reasonable adjustments for children with additional needs
* Look after the children’s welfare and happiness
* Ensure the safe use of equipment provided for your sessions
* Perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role
Barracudas are committed to equal opportunities in employment and this post does require an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
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Created on 24/03/2025 by TN United Kingdom
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