27 hours per week Saturday & Sunday 08:00 till 16:00 and Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 16:45 till 21:15 / 21:00 £12.47 per hour Free Car parking Check your local transport links here: Plan Your Journey | Traveline - the destination you should input is Colchester, CO2 9RQ Job Description: Lifeguard – Sodexo | Corporal Budd VC Gymnasium, Berechurch Road, Colchester, Essex, CO2 9RQ Join our team at Sodexo as aLifeguard, where you’ll play a key role in ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for our guests and colleagues.You'll help keep our fitness facilities running smoothly, maintaining cleanliness and safety while providing excellent support to pool users. What You’ll Do: Be the go-to person for pool users, offering assistance and ensuring a positive experience. Maintain high standards of cleanliness in the pool, gym, and changing areas. Monitor and replenish stock and consumables as needed. Champion health and safety practices—if you spot a potential hazard, report it to keep everyone safe. What You Bring: National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) Strong knowledge of pool cleaning chemicals and safety procedures. Excellent customer service and communication skills. A proactive attitude and pride in maintaining a clean, safe space. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and adapt when needed. A team-oriented mindset with the ability to follow instructions effectively. What we offer: On-the-job training with experienced professionals Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications Career development opportunities within Sodexo A friendly and supportive work environment Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme. Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit. Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities. Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.