Part time hours per week
We have 51.25 available hours to be split between up to 4 candidates. Specific permanent contracted weekly hours to be discussed at interview.
1Leisure is looking to recruit enthusiastic and reliable Leisure Attendants to support the safe and efficient day-to-day operation of our swimming pools, sports halls, and changing facilities.
Leisure Attendants play a vital role in ensuring a high standard of customer care, cleanliness, and health & safety, helping to create a welcoming and safe environment for all users of the facility.
The role involves working both on and off poolside, supervising activities, maintaining facilities, and responding appropriately to customer needs and operational requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supervising swimming and leisure activities to ensure customer safety at all times
- Maintaining poolside, changing rooms, and activity areas through regular cleanliness and safety checks
- Following all Normal Operating Procedures (NOPs) and Emergency Action Plans (EAPs)
- Carrying out first aid, rescues, and emergency responses when required, and completing associated records
- Setting up and dismantling equipment for activities and events
- Providing friendly, helpful customer service and assisting members and visitors with enquiries
We are looking for individuals who are reliable, responsible, and customer-focused, with good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a busy environment.
A current NPLQ (RLSS or NARS) lifeguard qualification and First Aid qualification are desirable. Previous experience in a leisure or customer-facing environment would be an advantage, although full training may be provided where appropriate.
The role requires flexibility, with shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays, in line with operational needs. Applicants must also be physically capable of undertaking the duties of the role
For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Toby Hazelgrove on 01983 82100 ext. 7909
Join #TeamIWC and you'll receive our staff benefits package, including:
- Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays!
- Local Government pension scheme
- Discounted Solent ferry travel
- Island bus network discount
- Cycle to work scheme
- Staff parking permit scheme
- Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership
- National and local discounts & benefits schemes
- Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria)
- Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)
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We actively promote the diversity of our workforce, and provide flexible working options (where appropriate) to support the different needs of our employees. We are an equal opportunities employer, proud to encourage applications from all cultures, backgrounds and abilities to better reflect the diversity within our local community.
We are a Disability Confident employer. Along with a number of commitments, this means, providing you meet the basic essential requirements of the advertised role and have declared yourself as disabled, you will be offered an opportunity for an interview within the council.
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unacceptable behaviour policy
employee code of conduct
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The Isle of Wight Council reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than stated, if required. To ensure your application is considered, it is recommended to submit your application promptly.
Please note, appointment to a regulated role will require you to provide additional personal details, including full employment history, referee information, and consent for any required safeguarding checks, as part of the Council’s commitment to safer recruitment and compliance with regulatory requirements.
This council and its schools recruit according to the council’s Recruitment, Policy and Procedure and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
For support completing your online application or for further information on how to apply, phone 01983 823134 or email [email protected] Only applications submitted online by the closing date will be accepted.
We often receive a high volume of applicants for our vacancies. If you do not hear from the recruiting manager within three weeks of the closing date, we regret that your application will not have been successful on this occasion. Please revisit our job page for alternate posts that may be suitable.
