Leisure Assistant - Lifeguard at Great Sankey Hub
About us
Livewire facilities offer customers access to state of the art gyms, a wide range of fitness classes, swimming pools, racket sports and sports pitches along with a wide range of library resources.
We strive to promote healthy lifestyle's and to increase participation in activities to help people of Warrington make positive changes. We are committed to making sure that our facilities are accessible for all members of the community.
The role
You will join our team of lifeguards, playing a part in offering a safe environment not just for swimmers but all customers who enter our buildings.
The post holder will maintain constant surveillance of customers in the facility; acting immediately and appropriately to secure the safety of customers in the event of an emergency. When necessary you will also provide first aid as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.
The role includes cleaning, setting up equipment and engaging with customers to make their experience a positive one.
The working hours for this role consist of early mornings, evenings and weekends.
What's needed?
The post holder is required to hold a valid NPLQ qualification, PXB board training is desirable but not essential.
Alternatively, for the right candidate that meets the criteria we will pay for your NPLQ qualification.
Essential criteria - the applicant must be able to swim 8 lengths and be able to touch the deepest part of the pool
Benefits
As well as a competitive salary, working for us means you get:
- 26 days annual holiday - raising to 31 after 5 years of service (pro-rata)
- Access to our attractive and competitive benefits package
- Access to our Health & Wellbeing Programme
Key Dates & Further Information
For an informal discussion please contact Dave Holland by email
or Tel No : 01925 917327
Previous applicants need not re-apply.
The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
DBS clearance is required.
Warrington Borough Council is a Disability Confident employer