Nestled in the heart of our forest you will find the centrepiece of Center Parcs, the Subtropical Swimming Paradise. 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.
QUALIFIED AND TRAINEE LIFEGUARDS | £11.64 per hour
We are currently recruiting for both Qualified and Trainee Lifeguards to join our team at Woburn Forest.
A Lifeguard is the main point of contact for our guests in the Subtropical swimming Paradise. You will demonstrate just the right mix of welcoming our guests in a positive, friendly manner and ensuring compliance with the Health and Safety necessary in the pool environment. As the face of Center Parcs you will make a great lasting impression on our guests, impressing them with your professionalism and guest care skills.
You will be a friendly, helpful and vigilant team member who naturally seeks out opportunities to ensure the 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.
As part of the interview process, candidates are required to complete a swim test.
Due to the sensitive nature of this role the successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) with Child List Barring Check. This disclosure, together with other selection information, will need to be satisfactory to the Company for employment to commence.
Trainee Lifeguards
Please note that the NPLQ course will include classroom sessions on the responsibilities of being a Lifeguard, how to observe our pool guests, how to rescue those in need and how to administer first aid and CPR.
Upon successful completion of this course, you will gain a lifeguard qualification that lasts two years from the date of assessment and is a qualification recognised all over the UK.
All successful candidates must be available to attend the Swim Test, NPLQ Course and Exam. Please note that full-time hours are required to complete the course.
HOURS OF WORK
We have various contracts available on a flexible basis. This means that your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each 4-week period. Shifts will typically fall between 7:30am and 10pm.
As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include weekends, 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 as you will provide a supportive role to our guests, providing personal attention and care at all times.
Essential requirements:
Qualified Lifeguards:
- RLSS National Pool Lifeguard (NPLQ)
Trainee Lifeguards:
- You must be at least 16 years of age at the time you undertake the NPLQ Course
- You must be able to jump / dive into deep water
- You must be able to swim 50 metres in less than 60 seconds
- You must be able to swim 100 metres continuously on front and back in deep water
- You must be able to tread water for 30 seconds
- You must be able to surface dive to the floor of the pool
- You must be able to climb out of the pool unaided without a ladder / steps or where the pool design permits
Desirable requirements:
The ideal candidates will be qualified or have experience of the following:-
- First Aid Certificate
- Experience in Pool Plant Operation
- Use of a Defibrillator
ABOUT THE BENEFITS
Center Parcs is a fantastic place to work and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:
- Management/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 - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discounts
- An Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal matters
- Excellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications
If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application.
Closing date: 06 June 2023 at 12 Noon
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 therefore encouraged.
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