At CVLife we are seeking a number of enthusiastic Lifeguards to join our team at Xcel Leisure Centre. As a Lifeguard your passion for swimming and love of great customer service will shine through when supervising the pool.
Role and Responsibilities:
* Supervision of the public, ensuring facilities are used in a safe and responsible manner.
* You are friendly, calm and approachable with the ability to act quickly and effectively.
* Have excellent attention to detail.
* You will be required to support the operational delivery of a varied aquatic programme; the centre has a full activity programme so an ability to prioritise tasks is essential.
* Maintaining tidiness and hygiene of the pool, dry sports facilities and auxiliary areas.
* Supporting the team in keeping the centre clean and tidy.
* Be hardworking, self-motivated, able to show initiative and work well as part of a team and have a flexible attitude to work.
* You will need to have lifeguard experience and hold a RLSS UK National Pool lifeguard qualification.
Shifts will vary from mostly early mornings and some late shifts to cover the centres opening hours of 06:30 – 22:00. Working days and shifts can be discussed at the interview stage.
Interviews: W/C 24th February 2025
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Job Description
Reporting to: Duty Manager
Overall purpose and objective of the role
To assist the Duty Manager in the daily operation of the Sport Centre’s facilities and activities.
Main duties of the role:
* To hold recognised lifeguard qualification in order to carry out duties on CV Life swimming pool.
* To attend training/refresher courses as appropriate to maintain qualifications and to be responsible for ensuring that all necessary qualifications are kept up-to-date.
* To continually refer to booking sheets and erect/dismantle equipment as required.
* To assist with maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of the Centre and its surrounding site at all times.
* To gain experience and obtain governing body qualifications in a range of sports/activities.
* To provide assistance in aspects of coaching and session delivery.
* To contribute to the professional development and guidance of Further Education and Work Placement students.
* To become familiar with the various procedures of reception duties, including all administrative aspects of record keeping and filing.
* To assist with the re-stocking of vending machines as required.
* To patrol the building regularly and report any problems/breakages to the Duty Manager.
* To assist in emergency situations in accordance with the procedures detailed in the company’s Health and Safety.
This job description is neither exhaustive nor exclusive and may be reviewed and updated depending upon operational requirements and staffing levels.
Responsibilities for all employees
* To embrace and lead by example on the Company’s key values of PRIDE, PASSION and PERFORMANCE.
* To support the Company’s commitment to providing a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults, ensuring awareness of the Company’s Safeguarding Policy, Procedures and Practice Guidance.
* To take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions at work.
* To co-operate with managers and colleagues to ensure environmental responsibilities are complied with.
* To carry out tasks at a range of sites that are either operated or managed by the Companies / Trusts.
* To be involved in any aspects or opportunities for sharing of good practice, expertise and responsibilities within the Companies / Trusts.
* To interact positively with customers adopting a friendly and professional approach at all times.
* To comply with the General Data Protection Regulations when dealing with, maintaining, sharing and storing information.
* To undertake other duties as specified, which are appropriate to the qualifications, experience and general level of the post.
Person Specification
Essential Personal Attributes
* Outwardly enthusiastic and self-motivated.
* Show a flexible approach to work.
* Supportive to others.
* Adaptable and approachable.
Essential Knowledge and Experience
* Working knowledge and experience of the day to day duties within a leisure facility.
* General knowledge of Health and Safety practices surrounding sports and leisure facilities.
* Relevant nationally recognised pool lifeguard qualification.
* Ability to work as part of a team or under own supervision.
* Ability to use initiative in unsupervised settings.
* Customer care skills.
Special Circumstances
* Ability to work unsociable hours including evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays.
* Ability to travel between sites.
* Interest in working with underrepresented and disadvantaged community groups/individuals.
We encourage and welcome applications from all ethnic groups and people with disabilities. Our aim is to build a diverse workplace and to become a truly inclusive employer with a workforce and visitor audience as diverse as the communities we serve.
If you think this is the role and organisation for you then we would love to hear from you.
Please complete our short application form (average 30 mins to complete) by clicking the Apply Online Button below. We shortlist for our vacancies on an ongoing basis, and we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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