Pool attendant
Responsibilities
* Set up equipment in Sports Hall for classes (e.g., boccia, badminton) and assist with PE classes
* Ensure PE stores are clean and tidy
* Set up equipment for organised school events (e.g., Sports Day) and help as required
Essential Criteria
* Hold a current and valid Pool Lifeguard Qualification
* Have at least 2 years paid experience working as a Pool Lifeguard
* Experience in understanding and enforcing swimming pool rules and regulations to ensure safety of users
* Experience administering first aid
* Understanding of Health and Safety at Work, especially in a swimming pool setting
* Must be a strong swimmer
* Ability to carry out regular checks of the changing facilities, ensuring safety, operation, cleanliness and hygiene
* Skill and experience in pool surveillance and rescue techniques
* Knowledge of CPR and emergency medical procedures
* Ability to maintain vigilance without distraction to ensure pool safety immediately
* Report any unusual pool water results and know when the pool is unsafe for use
* Basic literacy and numeracy skills
* Commitment to teamwork and respect and consideration of others
* Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
* Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions
* Ability to work independently and use initiative
* Open, honest and confident personality
* Good interpersonal and communication skills
* Able to problem solve and manage own time effectively
* Understanding of how SEN students and their staff teams may use the pool
* Commitment to ensuring an enjoyable and safe experience for all pool users
Knowledge and Skills
* Ability to carry out regular checks of changing facilities with attention to safety, operation, cleanliness and hygiene
* Experience in applying pool surveillance and rescue techniques
* Knowledge of CPR and emergency procedures
* Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
* Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions
* Ability to relate well to pupils, staff and pool users
* Ability to work as part of a team
Desirable Criteria
* Hold a recognised qualification as a swimming instructor
* First Aid qualification
* Training or experience in use of a defibrillator
* Willing to undertake training and development when required
Other Duties
* Set up equipment for classes and events as required
* Assist with PE classes
* Ensure PE stores are clean and tidy
Applicant Guidance and Compliance
NOTES TO JOB APPLICANTS
* You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question how, and to what extent you meet the required criteria, for both essential and desirable criteria.
* You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria by the closing date for applications, unless stated otherwise.
* The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is outlined in the table below.
* Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria, using information provided in the application form.
* The Selection Panel reserves the right to shortlist only those applicants who most strongly meet the criteria.
* In the event of many applications, the Panel may apply desirable criteria at shortlisting; applicants should clearly demonstrate how they meet any desirable criteria.
Section 1 - Essential Criteria
The following are essential criteria which will be measured at shortlisting and may be explored during the interview/selection stage. Please make clear how you meet these criteria on your application.
* Hold a current and valid Pool Lifeguard Qualification
* Have at least 2 years paid experience working as a Pool Lifeguard
* Experience in understanding and enforcing swimming pool rules and regulations to ensure safety of users
* Experience administering first aid
* Understanding of Health and Safety at Work in a pool setting
* Must be a strong swimmer
Section 2 - Additional Criteria
* Ability to support the swimming teacher and pupils during lessons and follow instructions
* Working knowledge of health and safety procedures in a pool environment
* Ability to report and address pool safety concerns
Section 3 - Desirable Criteria
* Qualified swimming instructor
* First Aid qualification
* Training/experience in use of a defibrillator
* Willingness to undertake training and development when required
DISCLOSURE OF CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as ‘regulated activity’. In the event that you are recommended for appointment to a post that involves ‘regulated activity’, the Education Authority will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background. Please note that you will be expected to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Details of how to make payment will be sent at the pre-employment stage.
Further information can be accessed at NI Direct or the Department of Justice.
APPLICANT GUIDANCE NOTES
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