Lifeguard
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Position Overview & Specifications
If you’re looking for a Lifeguard seasonal job, then you’ve come to the right place! We have seasonal lifeguard positions available at our Outdoor Swimming Pool on a full time and part time basis.
Lifeguard Duties and Responsibilities
Lifeguards are fully qualified in water safety and must rescue swimmers who are sick, distressed or hurt. They may also do the following:
- Lifeguarding the outdoor swimming pool and ensuring all water safety policies and pool regulations are carried out in accordance to the Safety Operating Procedures
- Providing first aid in the event of injury, rescuing swimmers in danger or distress and administering (CPR) if necessary
- Assessing the weather and poolside conditions for any safety issues and following the swimming pool emergency action plan
- Inspecting pool equipment and furniture e.g. reach poles, throw bags, torpedo buoy, chairs, tables and sunbeds etc.
- Assisting in daily cleaning activities
- Opening and closing of the outdoor swimming pool
- Pool attendant duties to monitor maximum bather loads
- Pool tests to be carried out every 2 hours (training provided)
- Providing excellent customer service to all of our guests
Lifeguard & Training Requirements
Lifeguards MUST have a valid UK National Pool Lifeguard Qualification or equivalent to be considered for this role.
Additional information
- Lifeguards will be required to work on a shift basis including weekends.
- We offer flexible shifts to suit your availability.
- Own transport is ideal due to location.
- Staff discount on food and accommodation for family and friends
- Ongoing training by a fully qualified NPLQ and First Aid Trainer Assessor
Why join us?
We are a family run business that has been trading for over 70 years. Every year, there are social events for employees and regular team meetings. Each small team works together to create the ultimate productivity & have pride in the achievements of their departments. Many of our employees have been with the business for a number of years proving they are contented and fulfilled in their roles.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temporary contract, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months
Salary: £10.00-£10.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
- Weekends only
Licence/Certification:
- RLSS or STA National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Lifeguard roles across Waldegraves Holiday Park's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £10 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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