Lifeguard & Leisure Assistant

Job Title:              Lifeguard & Leisure Assistant 

Hours:                    Zero Hours, shifts to be confirmed                                      

Salary:                    21 Years and older £11.44 per hour

1. To interact with the pupils responsibly and welcome all users of the facilities promoting a positive image
2. To comply with the pool safe operating procedures at all times
3. To maintain a vigilant watch of the swimming pool areas in accordance with the operating procedures and take necessary action to ensure the safety of all pool users and staff
4. To check the safety of equipment in areas of responsibility and report any damage or malfunction of equipment, plant or building fabric to the Director of Sport and Head of Facilities immediately after discovery
5. To ensure that a consistently high level of cleanliness and hygiene is maintained throughout the pool area and sports equipment area
6. To ensure that lost property is handled and recorded in line with procedures
7. To patrol all areas of the facility and ensure that all areas are being used in the correct manner, making suitable adjustments as necessary
8. To assist the Caretakers in maintaining sports activity, activity areas and stores in a clean, safe and tidy manner
9. To assist in the opening and closing of the facilities when required and assist in monitoring the security of the premises at all times
10. Assist with the supervision and control of children whilst in the pool
11. Attend monthly lifeguard training sessions to ensure ongoing personal development and compliance of the requirements of the National Pool Lifeguard Qualification
12. Perform inspection of pool safety equipment including rescue aids and alarms in accordance with the operating procedures
13. Carry out regular checks of the changing facilities, paying particular attention to  customer safety, faculty operation, security, cleanliness and hygiene
14. To comply with the Pool’s Health and Safety procedures at all times
15. To report any matter of concern to the Director of Sport and Head of Facilities immediately
16. To prepare activity areas involving the setting up/dismantling of equipment
17. Ensure all sports equipment is maintained and cleaned in readiness for use
18. To ensure that all Pool equipment is stored safely and securely when not in use 
19. To report any maintenance issues using the appropriate procedures
20. To undertake any suggested training requirements
21. To comply with the Emergency Action Plan for the facilities and assist with any such incidents in the appropriate manner

• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people for whom you are responsible, and with whom you come into contact
• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an  appropriate person
• Be aware of support and ensure equal opportunities for all
• Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school
• Appreciate and support the role of other professionals
• Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required
• Participate in training and other learning activities and performance  development as required   
• Assist with pupil needs as appropriate during the school day