The school is seeking an experienced casual lifeguard to work in the onsite pool. The role can be varied as you will be a key member in helping deliver/ set up various aquatic sessions for the school and our external commercial customers. Candidates must hold a current Royal Lifesaving Society National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) and have a good working knowledge of relevant Health & Safety legislation.
Overall purpose of the post:
To be responsible for providing a lifeguarding service at the School’s swimming pool .
Key responsibilities:
1. To provide a lifeguarding service during all school lessons, boarders swimming sessions, staff and parents swim, and at other times as required.
2. To remain vigilant and respond immediately to any emergency.
3. To assist in the effective operation of programme of activities, including equipment set up and changeovers as required for the scheduled programme both for internal and external customers.
4. To undertake water testing when it is due during allocated time on site, reporting to the Swimming Pool Manager or to Estates staff any discrepancies or concerns immediately. If the water test is outside the safe limits, the lifeguard must prevent access into the pool water by any person until a competent person has re-set the water treatment and confirm the quality is back within specification and safe.
5. To undertake the cleaning of the whole facility (including changing rooms, toilets, pool and poolside, other public areas) adhering to a schedule and standards set.
6. To facilitate special events such as galas, including school open days to showcase the facility to prospective pupils and parents.
7. To report any defects in or damage to equipment associated with the facility, reporting any issues to the Swimming Pool Manager or to Estates staff as required.
8. To establish and maintain excellent relationships with all customers, both internal and external and to ensure everyone feels welcomed and valued.
9. To ensure the security of the pool building including locking doors and setting the alarm systems, and reporting any faults on the system.
10. To ensure continuous personal development, including attending monthly refresher sessions, maintaining personal fitness appropriate for lifeguarding duties and to maintain and retain appropriate lifeguard qualifications.
General
Health & Safety - You have a legal duty to take reasonable care of your own health and safety and that of others and you are expected to be familiar with, and adhere to, St Peter’s School’s Health and Safety policy.
School values – You have a duty to ensure your work, communication and approach conforms to the school’s core values and mission. You will need to be aware and comply with school rules, policies and procedures at all times including, but not limited to, those relating to safeguarding, conduct, equality and data protection.
St Peter's School strives to be diverse and inclusive. We encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the school. The school is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and pupils. This means that employees are treated fairly, irrespective of sexual orientation, ethnic origin, religion, disability, age, gender, marital status or other reason. The post holder is expected to always comply with the provisions set out in law and the St Peter's policies on equality and diversity. The school is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.
Note: This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities associated with the post. The post holder will be expected to comply with any reasonable request to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this job description
Job Types: Permanent, Zero hours contract
Pay: £14.08 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Licence/Certification:
- NPLQ (required)
- First Aid Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
