Job Description
Job Description
To provide a safe and high quality service throughout the facility whilst maintaining good operational procedures and relationships between the service and members of the public.
Requirements
This post is considered to be a ‘Regulated Role’ under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. Under the Act, it is a legal requirement for an individual undertaking a regulated role with children or protected adults to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme. The successful candidate will therefore be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to any formal offer of employment being made by Moray Council.
Responsibilities
Provide a life-guarding service.
Perform swimming pool duties which will include reception tasks as required.
To carry out any other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time as agreed by the postholder with management.
The Individual
Previous experience of working with people
RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification or willingness to attain
RLSS Emergency Response Certificate
Strong and confident swimmer
Strong customer care skills
Ability to follow routines
Flexible approach to work
Observational skills to enable effective management of the pool and its users
Active listening skills for effective communication skills for effective interaction with members of the public and staff.
Must be able to work as part of a team
Ability to lift and carry reasonable weight, move equipment in conjunction with moving and handling regulations.
Ability to bend and stretch in order to carry out wet cleaning
Flexibility to meet the needs/demands of the service
Temporary Post until 31 December 2026
Re-advertisement of MOR11001 (previous applicants need not apply)
Closing Date: 20 March 2026
Starting Salary: £25,994 (pro rata)
£13.79 per hour
4 hours on a Saturday & Sunday (11am - 3pm) every 2 weekends out of 4.
For further information, contact Moira Webster - 01542 882222