Lifeguard/Sports Assistant - Oxford, Oxfordshire
Job Title: Lifeguard/Sports Assistant
Salary: Grade 2: £23,706 per annum
Location: Oxford
Hourly rate: £12.49 per hour
Oxford University Sport is situated at the iconic sports ground where the world record four-minute mile was first broken.
We currently have opportunities for two full-time Lifeguard/Sport Assistants to join our friendly team and provide operational support to the Rosenblatt swimming pool and surrounding sports complex.
What We Offer
We are a key part of the University of Oxford and as an employer, genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:
* An excellent contributory pension scheme
* 38 days annual leave
* A comprehensive range of childcare services
* Family leave schemes
* Cycle loan scheme
* Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
* Opportunity for personal and professional development
* Trade prices for goods on sale in Centre
The University also runs an enormous number of social groups and sports clubs for those looking for more than just a great place to work.
About the Role
We are looking for team players to join the Sports Department team as Lifeguard/Sports Assistants working throughout the entire sports complex at our Iffley Road site.
As a member of operational staff, you will provide full support to the management team and support the day-to-day operation of facilities.
The posts are full-time working an average of 36.5 hours per week on a well-balanced 2-week shift rota which includes just three set days during the week and short Saturday and Sunday shifts on alternate weekends.
About You
You will need to hold a RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) or be a strong swimmer who is willing to obtain an NPLQ by attending and passing a course held within the UK which we will fund, together with associated expenses.
Owing to the nature of this position, offers of employment with the University will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Applications should be made online via the link below. Please quote Reference 171959 on all correspondence.
Please submit your application before 12:00 midday on Wednesday 10 April 2024.
Interviews will take place on Thursday 18 April 2024 at the University Sports Complex, Iffley Road, Oxford.