Part-time Lifeguard

Job Description

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated Lifeguard to start as soon as possible at Pompey Health & Fitness Club, located at Portsmouth Football Club’s training ground.

The role of a Lifeguard is essential to our Health club users, to offer reassurance to swimmers, a warm and friendly environment for our guests, and to make a difference to the experience for our guests and members throughout the club.

We are looking for an outgoing and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about customer care as you may the first person our members and guests meet on arrival in the health club. You will be able to demonstrate professionalism and self-motivation, have the ability to remain calm under pressure and have a keen awareness of health & safety considerations. You will also be committed to achieving the highest standards of cleanliness, maintenance and safety.

Previous experience working in the leisure industry would be a distinct advantage, as would holding a current NPLQ (National Pool Lifeguard Qualification). However for someone demonstrating the required characteristics and a strong interest in following a career in the leisure industry, full training is available to help you achieve the necessary qualification.

The responsibilities of a Lifeguard include:

• Carrying out reception duties including taking membership enquiries;
• meeting and greeting members and guests;
• lifeguarding;
• working effectively as part of a team to ensure a friendly, fun and safe environment for members, guests and colleagues.

Essential skills & qualities:

• Excellent customer service skills
• good communicator
• team player
• competent swimmer

It is essential that you are a competent swimmer, and candidates will be asked to perform a swimming assessment as part of the selection process.

The hours are part-time and flexible in order to meet the needs of the 7-day shift rota.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £11.44 per hour

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• On-site gym
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Licence/Certification:

• NPLQ (National Pool Lifeguard Qualification) (required)

Work Location: In person

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