Responsibilities:
1. Follow policies and procedures outlined in the Swimming Pool file
2. Complete daily checks of water, signage, and buoyancy aids
3. Provide safety instructions to bathers at the start of each session and ensure they are adhered to
4. Direct non-lifeguarding staff in their swimming session duties
5. Monitor and conduct swimming tests on camp
6. Maintain daily and weekly written records of swim tests and buoyancy aids
7. Ensure appropriate levels of staff and Lifeguards are maintained for bather levels
8. Identify emergencies quickly and take the appropriate course of action
9. Ensure the pool is always securely locked when not in use
10. Anticipate problems and prevent accidents from occurring
11. Maintain a clean pool and ensure equipment is packed away
12. Obtain an enhanced DBS check through Barracudas or have an existing enhanced DBS on the Update Service
13. Attend a Virtual Assessment Event if you're new to Barracudas (See Staffroom for dates)
14. Complete online training annually
15. Attend Induction Training Day (this will most likely take place within the 7-day period before your camp opens)
16. Ensure that the company fulfills all its Health and Safety obligations by carefully following instructions and showing a proactive and diligent approach to all safety issues
17. Any activities that you organise or deliver must be appropriate for the children in your care within the scope of your qualifications, skills, and knowledge
18. Encourage the children to take part in new activities and ensure the activity programme is as directed on the timetable
19. Ensure the children under your supervision behave in a safe manner. Always know the children's whereabouts, respect them as individuals and communicate with them daily about codes of behaviour
20. Carefully follow all camp systems, including registration and collection procedures
21. Be a positive role model to the children in your care by promoting a healthy lifestyle and good hygiene precautions
22. Report any concerns regarding Child Protection to your Management Team or the Designated Persons at the Central Office
23. Make reasonable adjustments to accommodate and understand the requirements of children in your group who may have additional needs (including dietary needs) or a medical condition
24. Look after the children's welfare and happiness
25. Ensure the safe use of equipment provided for your sessions
26. The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation
Requirements:
1. Have a valid NPLQ issued through RLSS, STA, or HABC and be able to provide the original certificate to evidence training
2. Complete and pass a Barracudas Lifeguard Competency Assessment (LCA - Further information of course to follow)
3. Be mentally alert, self-disciplined, physically fit and have good hearing and vision
4. Be aged 18 or over by the start date of your contract
5. Be eligible to work in the UK
6. Provide satisfactory professional/academic references - ideally 1 from a previous/current lifeguarding role (unless NPLQ has been attained through Barracudas)
Salary: £431.47- £529.53 per week - salary per week dependant on age, internal/external experience, and qualifications
Barracudas are committed to equal opportunities in employment and this post does require an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
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