About the role
Please note that the advertised salary for this position is subject to a pending pay award. The final salary will be adjusted in line with the nationally agreed pay award.
Are you interested in developing a traditional leisure facilities offer into a broader Wellbeing Hub offer? Are you organised, motivated and enjoy working with all ages and abilities? Are you passionate about providing inclusive opportunities that can contribute to improving the wellbeing of the residents of Ceredigion? If you are then please read on…
We are looking to recruit a Lifeguard to join our expanding Wellbeing Centre Service. As the council’s lead service for delivering and developing physical activity opportunities; you will work closely with the management team to ensure that the service maximises its contribution to improving the health and wellbeing of the county’s residents.
Leading teams to develop Wellbeing Hubs in the north of Ceredigion, you will identify how we can improve our current provision such as Learn To Swim programme, Free Swimming and our School Swimming programme and introduce new opportunities to increase the usage of all our facilities. Your role will also involve supporting our staff to provide an excellent customer experience.
We want to provide opportunities that encourage the residents of Ceredigion to become healthy and active and to embed those principles into their everyday lives. You will work closely with the Co-ordinator – WBH Operations & Development, Swimming Instructor and Duty Officers to achieve this.
We are looking for an energetic individual who has the ability, knowledge, and personal qualities to be a key member of our Wellbeing Centre Service. If you are looking for the opportunity to be a part of developing Wellbeing Hubs then this could be the role for you!
Please note that once submitted, all applications will be subject to eligibility checks. This is completed using the information you have provided on your application form. Please ensure that you fully complete your application form and read the job description and person specification thoroughly, as well as the FAQs on our early careers web page to check the eligibility requirements./
For an informal discussion regarding the role contact Arwel Jones:
Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.
What we offer
Work-life balance
Lifestyle savings scheme
Generous employer pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Learning and development
Where you'll work
Porth Cymorth Cynnar – Community Wellbeing and Learning
We provide early help, prevention and intervention services to a range of groups and individuals across the County. Our aim is to identify need and offer support before issues and concerns become too great and more formal intervention is needed. Our key functions include:
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