Casual Lifeguard - The Pulse

About the Pulse

The Pulse, Dursley is a small leisure facility situated in the centre of Dursley Town.

We are looking to recruit both trainee and fully qualified lifeguards to work at The Pulse.

If you are looking for a start in the leisure industry or you just want to earn an additional income, this could be the career choice for you.

Job summary

As a lifeguard you are responsible for the health and wellbeing of the swimmers and the cleanliness of the centre.

You must be physically fit and be able to swim at least 100 metres comfortably without stopping.

Full training may be given to those who do not hold the relevant qualification subject to being successful at interview and a physical pool test.

This is a casual position in the first instance but may lead to permanent employment once qualified along with an opportunity to progress within the leisure industry in other areas of the business.

Applicants will be subject to an enhanced vetting and barring clearance

For an informal discussion please contact Darren Young 01453 546441 or Darren.young@stroud.gov.uk

Benefits of working for us:

• As an employer, the council is committed to ensuring staff have a healthy workplace and has a strong commitment to the health and wellbeing of our staff. We apply a flexible approach to work with a hybrid working model available depending on job role, enabling staff to work from the office and from home depending on service delivery requirements. The Council also offer flexi time.
• An office building that creates an environment that is steeped in history and is in a scenic location
• Exceptional pension scheme 18% Employer contribution
• Salary sacrifice schemes for Cycles and Electric Vehicles
• 22 days holiday per year rising to 25 days after 5 years service + bank holidays + Christmas and New Year shutdown
• Employee discount scheme available through CSSC
• The Council value the benefits volunteering can bring to others and for wellbeing. Therefore, the Council support up to 3 days per year that staff can use to Volunteer. Learning and development opportunities
• Employee wellbeing service

To Apply

Please follow the link to see how to apply: https://www.stroud.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/jobs-with-the-council/casual-lifeguard-the-pulse

***Candidates will be interviewed as and when suitable application forms are received and short listed and meet the criteria for interview - if all positions are filled prior to the closing date then this will close early***

It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and people with disabilities.

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies.

Job Type: Zero hours contract

Salary: £10.59 per hour

Benefits:

• Cycle to work scheme
• Flexitime
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Wellness programme

Work Location: One location