Lifeguard (with Coaching Responsibilities)
Join our team and help create safe, inclusive, and inspiring activity spaces!
Are you passionate about people, wellbeing, and making a real difference every day?
Do you love being active, supporting others, and working as part of a positive, energetic team?
Whether you’re an experienced lifeguard or completely new to the role — we’d love to hear from you.
Not qualified as a lifeguard yet? No problem — we can train you!
About the Role:
* This is a fantastic opportunity to join us in a role that blends lifeguarding, inclusive activity support, and sports development. Your main focus will be keeping our pool users safe, confident, and supported — but you’ll also play a key part in helping us grow our sports and physical activity programmes across the organisation.
* You’ll be part of a friendly, values‑driven team who care deeply about creating safe, welcoming, and enjoyable environments for the people we support.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Lifeguarding & Pool Operations:
* Keeping everyone safe through vigilant, proactive pool supervision
* Responding calmly and effectively to emergencies
* Carrying out pool checks, water testing, and supporting plant operations (training provided)
* Helping maintain clean, safe, well‑organised facilities
* Ensuring we meet high standards in safeguarding, health & safety, and compliance
Sports & Activity Coaching:
* Supporting inclusive swimming, sports, and fitness sessions
* Helping people build confidence, develop skills, and enjoy being active
* Creating fun, accessible activities tailored to individual needs
* Bringing ideas to help shape our future sports and wellbeing programmes
* Encouraging participation, engagement, and positive experiences for all
A Genuine Development Opportunity:
We’ll support you to grow your skills and confidence, with opportunities to develop in:
* Sports coaching
* Activity planning and delivery
* Inclusive practice
* Pool operations and plant management
* Leadership within activity programmes
And remember — if you’re not yet a qualified lifeguard, we can train you!
About You:
We’re looking for someone who:
* Is a confident swimmer and committed to safety
* Brings a positive, proactive, can‑do attitude
* Enjoys supporting people of all abilities
* Communicates clearly and kindly
* Works well as part of a team
* Is flexible, reliable, and eager to learn
* Has experience or interest in supporting adults with learning disabilities
* Wants to help create meaningful, enjoyable activity opportunities
Why Join Us?
* Be part of a supportive, friendly, values‑driven team
* Make a real difference to people’s wellbeing and confidence
* Enjoy a varied role with genuine progression opportunities
* Access training and development to grow your career
* Work in a positive environment where inclusion, respect, and enjoyment are at the heart of everything we do
If you’re ready to dive into a role where every day brings purpose, teamwork, and the chance to help others thrive — we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and start your journey with us!
About DAVID LEWIS CENTRE:
David Lewis is a modern, forward-thinking charity with a track record and reputation built over 120 years. We provide a range of educational, residential and medical services to support adults and young people with complex needs, including learning disabilities, epilepsy and autism. We are based in Cheshire, but through our residential services, support people from across the UK.