About this role
Salary: £25,185 - £25,989 (Plus 10% unsocial hours for qualifying shifts)
Hours per week: 37 hours
Interview date: to be confirmed following shortlisting
Leisure Services – Inspiring Members to Live Active Lives
Are you a skilled swimmer and sports enthusiast? Your new career may be just a splash away! If you're considering lifeguarding, our comprehensive training programs can open doors to management roles, NVQ apprenticeships and skill development opportunities.
Our lifeguards play a crucial role in ensuring member safety and well-being. We're looking for individuals to supervise pool and poolside activities who are available on a rota basis, including some evenings and weekends.
NPLQ holders receive priority for shortlisting. Non-NPLQ candidates may still be considered. Wiltshire Council may fund your NPLQ course, which you must complete within 3 months of starting, subject to swim test and course availability.
If you enjoy working with people, you'll thrive in the dynamic and enjoyable leisure service industry. Whether you're pursuing a leisure career or saving for a gap year, we can support your chosen path. Join our team today and showcase your strong swimming abilities, excellent customer service, and enthusiasm!
Why us?
Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That’s why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. Explore more benefits here!
We understand that AI tools can support you in preparing job applications. However, we value authenticity and would encourage you to ensure your submission genuinely reflects your own experiences, skills, and motivations.
Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity.
The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.
For more details, contact Lee Calver, Centre Manager here.
This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information.
We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion.
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Other facts
About Wiltshire Council
Our vision is to build stronger, more resilient communities and our core values underpin what we do, what we stand for and how we do things.
We deliver more than 350 services to the people of Wiltshire, from public health and social care to planning and street maintenance, schools and libraries.
We’re a forward-thinking council and we recognise a good idea can come from anyone, at any level. That’s why we encourage our people to be innovative and find new ways to tackle old issues. Our values support this and make us unique; we embrace change, treat everyone fairly and value diversity.
We focus on opportunities and possibilities, rather than limitations and promote flexible working. We want to ensure that we encourage a culture that places customers at its centre.
Join us and you will enjoy the chance to achieve your full potential and enjoy a truly fulfilling career in a beautiful part of the country.
What you'll do
- Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring member safety and well-being while supervising pool and poolside activities. They must be available on a rota basis, including evenings and weekends.
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