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The Role

The Swimming Pool Lifeguard will work alongside the Sports Staff to ensure the effective operation of the swimming pool. The Swimming Pool Lifeguard will:

• Ensure that swimmers using the pool are safe
• Be constantly alert to prevent accidents
• Assist with the maintenance and cleaning of the swimming pool area

Duties

• Bather observation, counting numbers and profiling swimmers
• Ensuring rescue equipment is in the right place and in working order
• Be aware of, and try to reduce potential hazards
• Assessing customers/pool users that are at risk
• Knowing and understanding pool rules
• Set up and break down equipment required for swimming sessions
• To provide First Aid when required
• Attending and keeping a record of training
• Carry out daily maintenance checks

Person Specification

• National Pool Swimming Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
• Attend monthly training sessions
• Effective communication with other Swimming Pool Lifeguards and Sports Staff to ensure that the pool is supervised at all times
• Following the Pool Safety Operating Procedures at all times
• Good observation skills and the ability to maintain a high level of concentration in a busy environment
• Presenting a professional appearance and attitude at all times
• Having a positive and proactive attitude to work
• Displaying commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people
• Valuing and respecting the views and needs of children and young people
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Please see the attached job description for further details.