Overview
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Nestled in the heart of our forest you will find the centrepiece of Center Parcs, the Subtropical Swimming Paradise. Heated to 29.5C all year round and open from 10am to 9pm daily, the huge pool area includes a toddler pool, wave pool, whirlpool and exciting flumes as well as the wild water rapids. There are many activities available from 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 health and safety in the pool environment. As the face of Center Parcs, you will make a great lasting impression with professionalism and guest care skills.
You will be a friendly, naturally helpful and vigilant team member who seeks out opportunities to ensure 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, and an offer of employment will be subject to passing the course and a successful interview. The course will be full-time hours for 5 days and include classroom sessions on responsibilities of being a Lifeguard, how to observe pool guests, how to rescue those in need and how to administer 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 step.
Due to the sensitive nature of this role, the successful applicant will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check. This disclosure, together with other selection information, will need to be satisfactory to the Company for employment to commence.
Please note that to apply, you must be able to reliably commute to Center Parcs Longleat Forest (BA12 7PU).
Hours of Work
We have various part time and full time contracts available on a flexible basis. Hours and days of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours per period. Shifts fall between 7:30am and 9pm and include weekend work. Open 365 days a year, hours will include public/bank holidays and during 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 – offering a choice of 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
* Excellent opportunities for career development and externally recognised qualifications
Interviews
Interviews to be held: Ongoing. Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is encouraged.
Legal and Inclusion
We recognise that we're all at our best when we are ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer; please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.
Location
Frome/Bristol, United Kingdom
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