Lifeguard
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Position Overview & Specifications
Purpose of the role
Working in a fun and vibrant environment our lifeguards are on hand to ensure our guests are having a great time in the pool and on the flumes in our Splash Waterworld whilst overseeing their poolside safety at all times. This is a role that requires superb attention to detail whilst also interacting with our guests, providing exceptional customer service. You will promote and run poolside activities; creating memorable experiences for our guests. To take pride in the poolside surroundings and changing rooms. The role will include additional opportunities to gain new skills and knowledge across the resort in all areas of the leisure industry.
What are we looking for?
- A current RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification is desirable although training is available
- Experience within leisure facilities is important, which includes environmental and reception work
- A natural ability to engage and relate with a wide range of people
- A proven track record of delivering excellent service
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
- The ability to work within a team
- Flexibility, reliability and punctuality
The benefits of working with us:
- Free use of many of the resort facilities and discounts off our food and retail outlets
- Subsidised nursery facilities available on resort
- Discounted Bourne Leisure holidays for you, your family and friends
- Reward and recognition schemes including long service and team member of the month
- Externally recognised qualifications to give you the opportunity to develop and progress
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Hotels & Resorts
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Lifeguard roles across Butlin's's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Hotels & Resorts.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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