Lifeguard
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Position Overview & Specifications
Are you interested in becoming a Pool Lifeguard?
We are offering Free Training on upcoming NPLQ courses*
The role of a Lifeguard:
Being a lifeguard is a responsible job, it looks great on a CV or University application and can provide many transferable skills for your future career. It is also a fun and engaging role at the centre of your community where you can help to bring health and wellbeing to your local area.
Lifeguards have one of the most important jobs at our centres, and that is keeping our customers safe in and around the water. Our Lifeguards also perform other duties, such as cleaning assigned areas, setting up and breaking down various activities and events, and conducting pool testing according to procedures. If you are interested in a career in leisure, Fusion also has fantastic training programmes that, with our partners, can lead to Bachelors and even Masters level qualifications.
We are passionate about delivering the best customer service and getting your community active. Every Fusion team member plays their part, working within a diverse and dynamic team, in a fast-paced environment.
What we are looking for:
No experience is necessary, however in order to be considered for a Lifeguard position with Fusion you need to be an able swimmer with excellent customer service skills. You should also be able to:
- Swim on your front and back
- Swim 50m in under 60 seconds
- Swim 200 meters continuously
- Climb out of the pool unaided without using steps or a ladder
- The ability to pass a NPLQ course
You will need to pass an interview and our swim competency assessments to be offered a free* place on the course. This is a 5 day course and you will need to be available for all 5 days.
Our Upcoming Courses;
Our next NPLQ courses are;
Monday 12th June- Friday 16th June (8:45- 18:00pm daily, 100% attendance is required)
If you would like to be considered for a space on the course, we will be running a drop-in swim competency assessments on Friday 2nd June from 9 am-5 pm. You will need to bring your swim kit!
Click the link below and apply so that we can contact you with more details
- Training: Places on National Pool Lifeguard Qualification Courses are limited, and may be subject to learning agreements and minimum contracted hours. If you are offered a place on a NPLQ Course, you will need to agree to attend all of the course dates.
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 (£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: Beauty & Wellness
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Lifeguard roles across Fusion Lifestyle'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 Beauty & Wellness.
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 £12 - £12 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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