Lifeguard Job Description
Work Hours: 09:00 – 16:30 Monday-Friday
Contract Type: Seasonal Fixed term.
Salary: £579.65 - £668.72 per week - salary per week (dependent on age, experience, and qualifications).
(February Half Term Contracts to be issued on 2025 wage level. 2026 wage level effective from 1st April).
Reportable to: Camp Senior Team, Area Manager and Central Office
Barracudas is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff
to share this commitment and act in the best interests of children at all times. Adhering to our safeguarding policies and
procedures including safer recruitment practices, staff should play an active role in creating a supportive, safe, and
protective environment for call children and young people.
About us
Barracudas is the UK’s leading provider of children’s holiday camps, helping young people build
confidence, develop new skills, and make new friends through a wide range of activities. With 45+
camp locations across the UK, we offer exciting programmes including Sports, Arts & Crafts, Drama
and more. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every child feels
supported and valued. Safeguarding and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do.
Role Purpose
Lifeguards play a vital role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children and staff during
swimming sessions. They maintain high standards of supervision, complete essential safety checks
and respond quickly and appropriately to emergencies. By following pool procedures, supporting
staff, and promoting safe behaviour, Lifeguards help create a fun, controlled and
confidence‑building swimming environment for every child.
Key Responsibilities
1. Follow all pool policies and procedures, including those outlined in the Swimming Pool File,
ensuring a safe and compliant operation at all times.
2. Complete daily safety checks, including water quality, signage, equipment, and buoyancy aids,
reporting any issues promptly.
3. Provide clear safety instructions to bathers at the start of each session and ensure rules are
understood and followed.
4. Direct non-lifeguarding staff in their swimming session duties to maintain safe ratios and
effective supervision.
5. Monitor and conduct swimming tests, ensuring accurate assessment of children’s ability and
appropriate allocation of buoyancy aids.
6. Maintain accurate records, including daily and weekly logs of swim tests, equipment checks and
buoyancy aid usage.
