Overview
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Nestled in the heart of our forest you will find the centrepiece of Center Parcs, the Subtropical Swimming Paradise. The pool area is heated to 29.5C all year round and open from 10am to 9pm daily, with a toddler pool, wave pool, whirlpool and flumes, plus wild water rapids. Activities available include learning to snorkel, scuba diving and aqua jets.
LIFEGUARD - TRAINEE / QUALIFIED | £13.29 per hour
Responsibilities
A Lifeguard is the main point of contact for our guests in the Subtropical Swimming Paradise. You will demonstrate the right mix of welcoming guests in a positive, friendly manner and ensuring compliance with the Health and Safety requirements in the pool environment. As the face of Center Parcs, you will make a great lasting impression on our guests, showcasing professionalism and guest care skills. You will be a friendly, naturally helpful and vigilant team member who proactively ensures guests’ requirements are met. You will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness standards within the Subtropical Swimming Paradise and ensuring that all company and legal requirements are met at all times.
Trainee candidates will be required to attend an NPLQ course. The course will be full-time hours for 5 days and include classroom sessions on responsibilities of being a Lifeguard, observing pool guests, rescuing those in need and administering first aid and CPR.
To be a lifeguard, you must be a strong swimmer. If invited to an interview, you will be required to complete a swim test, including diving into deep water, timed and continuous swimming on both front and back and exiting the pool without using a ladder or steps.
Due to the sensitive nature of this role, the successful applicant will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) Check. This disclosure, together with other selection information, must be satisfactory to the Company for employment to commence.
Please note that to apply for a role with us, you must be able to reliably commute to Center Parcs Whinfell Forest (CA10 2DW) as it is not easily accessible by public transport. If you plan to use public transport, follow this link for a realistic overview of your commute: Plan Your Journey.
Hours and Training
We have a variety of contracts available per 4-week period on a flexible basis. Hours and days of work can vary each week, but you will always receive your contracted hours. Shifts will fall between 8.45am and 8.45pm and vary from 4 to 7.5 hours in length, including alternating weekends. One shift per month will begin at 7.30am for training purposes. The village is open 365 days a year; working hours include public/bank holidays and around Christmas and/or New Year on a rota basis.
About You
You must possess excellent communication skills and be friendly and approachable, providing a supportive role to our guests with personal attention and care at all times.
Essential requirements
* Ability to communicate with people from all walks of life
* Ability to perform and remain calm under pressure
* RLSS Pool Lifeguard / NARS Qualification – for qualified lifeguards
* Friendly, genuine and warm towards guests and colleagues
Desirable requirements
* First Aid Certificate
* Experience in Pool Plant Operation
* Use of a Defibrillator
Benefits
* Colleague Bonus Scheme
* Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
* Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – Center Parcs and High Street vouchers
* Free use of our leisure facilities
* Discounted Center Parcs breaks
* 20% discount in our restaurant and retail outlets
* Access to Perks at Work Portal – discounts on retail and leisure
* Employee Assistance Program – support on financial, health and legal matters
* Career development opportunities and qualifications
Additional information
Interviews are ongoing. This vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission is encouraged. We are a Disability Confident Employer and welcome reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.
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