Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high-quality services to our communities, residents and businesses. This means we must employ and retain the most talented and dedicated people.
Situated within the heart of the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district that boasts thriving market towns and many attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward-thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision-making.
At HDC we want to employ staff who embody our icare values (Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising), all of which support our ultimate purpose of putting our customers first.
Job details
One Leisure St Ives is looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Recreation Assistant. Join our dynamic team at One Leisure St Ives and make a splash as our new Recreation Assistant.
This multifaceted role is perfect for a vigilant lifeguard with a passion for community service and a knack for organisation! Your primary responsibilities will include ensuring the safety of our guests in the pool area, providing friendly reception cover, and facilitating the setup and takedown of various sports activities and an opportunity to work in the gym.
You will ideally have experience as a lifeguard, although training can be provided to the right candidate.
This position gives anyone new into the industry the opportunity to gain a wide variety of qualifications and experience within a leisure environment.
We’ll arrange interviews for suitable candidates whilst the campaign is running which will include a swim test where the following will be assessed:
1. Swim 50m in less than 1 minute - Swim 100m continuously on your front then 100m on your back
2. Tread water in deep water for more than 30 seconds
3. Surface dive to the deepest part of the pool
4. Climb out of the pool unaided.
This role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check.
An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. Huntingdonshire District Council does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or take over sponsorship for any role.
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