At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure the safety and wellbeing of pool users in a supportive environment.
- Company: Join the Westmorland and Furness Council team at Sandgate Hydrotherapy Pool.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive pension, enhanced leave, and various perks.
- Other info: Flexible shifts available with opportunities for personal growth and community connection.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by supporting community members in a warm, welcoming space.
- Qualifications: NPLQ qualification preferred; understanding of lifeguarding responsibilities is essential.
The predicted salary is between 12 - 15 £ per hour.
Location: Sandgate Hydrotherapy Pool
Contract Type: Casual
About this opportunity
Sandgate Hydrotherapy Pool offers professionally supervised hydrotherapy sessions tailored for both swimmers and non-swimmers in a private, supportive, and non-competitive environment. You will be joining a team of dedicated lifeguards who work together to provide:
- Affordable therapy sessions designed to be accessible to everyone.
- A warm pool, heated 10°C above standard temperatures, for enhanced comfort and relaxation.
- Specialised group sessions that cater to diverse needs and abilities.
- Confidence building and emotional support to help pool users feel safe and empowered.
- A welcoming space that encourages social interaction and community connection.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for a casual lifeguard to help support the operations of the hydrotherapy pool. Your prime responsibilities are to ensure the safety and wellbeing of pool users, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment. Shifts are varied, with a mixture of midweek and weekend working available. A NPLQ qualification is desirable along with an understanding of swimming pool operations and lifeguarding responsibilities.
What we can offer you
Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes.
Would you like to find out more
For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments: Post Specification Role Profile. If you have any queries about this role or would like an informal chat about this opportunity, then please contact Caroline Tyson on caroline.tyson@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 05/08/2026. Interview date: TBC. We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Interview details such as venue/timings will be shared with successful candidates, following the shortlisting process. If you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.
Safer Recruitment & DBS
At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check with a Children’s Barred List check. Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with Children. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with Children.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences. As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview. We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old that meet the essential criteria for the role.
Contact Details:
The Cumbria County Council Recruitment Team
