Recreation Assistants (Lifeguards)

• Casual
• £12.50 per hour if under 21/£13.10 per hour if 21+.
• Closing Date: Friday 2 October 2026 (Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as the position may close early if a strong candidate is found)

Become a Lifeguard today and learn valuable skills for your future. We are looking for proactive, team motivated Lifeguards to join our fun and friendly operational team on casual contracts.

This role brings with it the excellent opportunity to learn valuable life skills through monthly training, as well as aiding your future development through obtaining a National Pool Lifeguard Qualification.

At Bluecoat Sports, delivering a high standard of customer service to our valued members is our priority. You will work within a team of Lifeguards and under the guidance of our Duty Managers in ensuring the club remains clean, presentable, and safe in both day to day and emergency situations.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lifeguarding our 25m, 6 lane Swimming Pool throughout a varied pool programme made up of many different activities to ensure the safety and enjoyment of Bluecoat members, Christ’s Hospital school pupils, and wider public use.
• Safely and effectively assist the Duty Manager in all first aid situations and emergencies, ensuring such events are accurately recorded through the completion of accident and incident reports.
• Ensuring the presentation of the building remains at a high standard throughout the day, whilst taking pride in the service the Bluecoat Sports team provide.
• Learn valuable life skills additional to the lifeguarding role, such as development of customer service experience, awareness of health and safety procedures, whilst gaining an understanding of real-life problem solving within the workplace.
• Facilitate a variety of dry activities by ensuring all activities are set up in timely and safe manner.
• Gain responsibility within other areas of the club’s operations to develop organisational, administrative, and stock skills.
• Liaise politely and professionally with members of Bluecoats, CH school pupils and the wider public.
• Work proactively within a team of Lifeguards daily to support the Duty Manager in running the club effectively and efficiently.

Qualifications and Skills

• A good standard of general education up to at least GCSE standard
• The National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) will need to be obtained upon employment. Funding can be offered for this qualification if required.

This role is offered on a casual contract, meaning there are no set agreed hours. Shifts will be scheduled and offered on a three-week rolling pattern where resources allow, to include a mixture of early, mid, late shifts and weekend shifts.

If you feel you would be an asset to a friendly team, and have the qualities to make a great Lifeguard, please apply to recruitment@christs-hospital.org.uk.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone using the Centre and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  All successful applicants are required to complete an enhanced disclosure application with the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service).  More details on the disclosure process can be found on www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.