Lifeguard Pool Current Vacancies

2006-11-25:

Lifeguards ensure that swimmers are safe in pools or in the sea and inland waterways.

Pool lifeguards may be positioned on a raised observation deck or elevated chair at the poolside.

Other tasks include checking water temperature, pH and chlorine levels, setting up equipment, pool maintenance and advising swimmers on the use of the diving boards and slides.

Beach lifeguards supervise users of beaches and inland waterways, endeavouring to prevent accidents by identifying hazards, taking preventative measures, and applying life-saving techniques in emergencies.

Beach lifeguards also provide a point of contact for people on the beach, and apply basic first aid if necessary.

Many beach lifeguards are volunteers who work at weekends and on public holidays.
Lifeguards usually work a 38-hour week, including weekends, evenings and public holidays.

A number of lifeguards work part-time or on a casual basis, or are volunteers.

Beach lifeguards work seasonally, usually during daylight hours only.

Pool lifeguards are employed by local authorities, leisure centres, private clubs, hotels and holiday centres.
Promotion could be to supervisor or assistant managerial positions at leisure centres.

Some pool lifeguards obtain coaching qualifications and give swimming lessons.

RNLI Beach Rescue operates a lifeguard service on 43 beaches in the south-west of England. Local authorities cover other beaches. Experienced lifeguards can earn up to 15,000. (Permalink)