We're looking for a qualified Lifeguard to join our team at Stretford Leisure Centre. Whether you're looking for your next challenge or hoping to build a long-term career within the leisure industry, you'll be joining an organisation with a strong sense of purpose and a genuine commitment to supporting its people. As a Lifeguard, you'll play an important role in ensuring every customer has a safe, enjoyable and positive experience when visiting our centre.
Responsibilities
- Ensuring the safety of all swimming customers by providing vigilant lifeguard support.
- Delivering excellent customer service and creating a welcoming atmosphere for all visitors.
- Meeting and greeting customers and checking them into activities.
- Setting up activity areas and equipment to meet programme requirements.
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation throughout the centre.
- Working as part of a team to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the facility.
Requirements
- Please note: to be eligible for this role, you must hold a valid National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) and be able to commit to full-time hours on a permanent basis.
- A valid Royal Life Saving Society National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ).
- A passion for providing excellent customer service.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Why Trafford Leisure?
Trafford Leisure is a community-focused leisure operator and Community Interest Company, delivering sport, physical activity and wellbeing services on behalf of Trafford Council. Our purpose is simple and powerful: to inspire and create opportunities for the people of Trafford to move more every day and live longer, healthier and happier lives. As a social enterprise, we reinvest into our facilities, programmes and communities rather than paying shareholders. Everything we do is focused on creating healthier people, stronger communities and greater opportunities for local residents. We are an ambitious organisation with a clear social purpose, committed to inclusion, innovation, and working collaboratively with partners, communities and colleagues to make a positive difference across Trafford.
This position is 36.25 hours per week, averaged across a rolling rota which includes morning, evening and weekend shifts.
Career Development
Many of our supervisors, duty managers and leisure professionals started their careers in customer-facing operational roles. We are committed to helping our colleagues learn, develop and progress through training and development opportunities.
What Can You Expect From Us?
As well as training and development opportunities, you'll benefit from:
- A progressive, structured and supportive working environment.
- Pension scheme.
- Company sick pay.
- 32 days holiday, rising incrementally to 39 days after 5 years' service (including bank holidays and Trafford Leisure days).
- Health and Ride 2 Work schemes.
- Complimentary fitness membership for you, saving up to £450 per year.
- Heavily discounted fitness membership for up to five family members or friends.
- 24/7 GP access.
- Employee health scheme, including confidential counselling.
- Employee Assistance Programme, allowing employees to claim back up to £1,150 per year in healthcare costs.
- Access to Perks at Work discounts.
- Access to Manchester Credit Union savings and loan services.
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Lifeguards in Stretford employer: Trafford Leisure
Trafford Leisure is an exceptional employer that prioritises inclusivity and community engagement, making it a rewarding place for a Customer Experience Designer. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, you will have the opportunity to shape meaningful customer journeys while collaborating with a passionate team in a supportive work culture. Located in a vibrant community, we offer a dynamic environment where your contributions directly enhance the experiences of our customers.
