At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure guest safety in our Subtropical Swimming Paradise while providing excellent customer service.
- Company: Join the friendly team at Center Parcs, where everyone is valued and included.
- Benefits: Enjoy free leisure access, discounts, bonuses, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Part-time role with guaranteed hours and supportive training provided.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by keeping guests safe and happy in a fun environment.
- Qualifications: Strong swimming skills and ability to stay calm under pressure are essential.
The predicted salary is between 13.83 - 13.83 £ per hour.
As a Lifeguard in our Subtropical Swimming Paradise, you'll help create a safe and welcoming experience for every guest. You'll uphold the highest health and safety standards while delivering exceptional guest care.
What you'll be doing:
- Monitor pool areas, ensuring guest safety and responding to emergencies
- Provide friendly, professional customer service
- Maintain cleanliness and uphold health and safety standards
- Complete NPLQ training and demonstrate rescue and first aid skills
Qualifications:
To be a Lifeguard, you must be a strong swimmer and pass a swim test during the interview, which includes diving into deep water, timed swimming on front and back and exiting the pool without assistance. Trainee Lifeguards must attend a 5‑day NPLQ course. Employment is subject to passing the course. The course includes classroom sessions on Lifeguard responsibilities, observing pool guests, performing rescues and administering first aid and CPR.
Benefits:
- Free day passes and access to leisure facilities (including the spa)
- Discounts on breaks and in our shops and restaurants
- Bonus scheme and recognition rewards
- A supportive, friendly team
- Career development and in‑role training
Working Hours:
- Part‑time contract
- You will be contracted to work a guaranteed minimum of 100 hours over a 4‑week period. You may be asked to work additional hours in line with operational requirements
- This role includes bank holidays
About You:
- RLSS Pool Lifeguard / NARS Qualification and completed 20‑hours of continued professional development (Qualified Lifeguards only)
- Able to swim 50 metres within 55 seconds
- Communicate effectively with people and stay calm under pressure
- Friendly, genuine and warm towards guests and colleagues
Note: You'll need to complete a DBS check before starting (we'll help with that).
At Center Parcs, everyone's welcome. We recognise that we're all at our best when we're being 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, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience. 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.
Lifeguard - Trainee and Qualified NEW Center Parcs Posted today Bedford employer: Center Parcs
At Center Parcs, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive and friendly work environment where every team member is valued for their individuality. With opportunities for career development, in-role training, and a range of benefits including free access to leisure facilities and discounts, our Lifeguard roles at Woburn Forest provide a meaningful and rewarding experience. Join us in creating a safe and welcoming atmosphere for our guests while enjoying the perks of working in a vibrant and inclusive community.
