Leisure & Fitness
Lifeguard
Entry Level
London, United Kingdom
in office
Full time
Job description
About the Role
The Lifeguard will play a vital role in creating a safe, welcoming and enjoyable environment for members, ensuring the highest standards of poolside safety, cleanliness and member experience. The role acts as a trusted ambassador for the club, responding confidently to situations, maintaining operational excellence and delivering exceptional service every day. This position is part of the Operations Team and involves full-time hours.
Key Responsibilities
- Incorporate a friendly, calm and approachable nature with the ability to act quickly and effectively at all times.
- Ensure the upmost safety of members in the pool and spa areas, taking responsibility for personal safety and that of others.
- Act in a safe manner, knowing the importance of completing safety checks and recording them accurately.
- Monitor water chemical levels and clean the water when appropriate.
- Maintain the cleanliness of all areas and adhere to the high standards of Virgin Active.
- Take responsibility for compliance with all mandatory training and health and safety.
- Fulfil Duty Shifts when required, taking responsibility and accountability during the shift, controlling staffing and facility issues throughout the club.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Hold a current Lifeguard qualification and be fully registered, with either an IQL National Pool Qualification (RLSS), HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (RQF), or STA Professional Award for Pool Lifeguard (RQF) qualification.
Salary
- £13.01—£13.01 GBP
Benefits & Perks
- 30 days (including bank holidays) annual leave, plus a Celebration Day.
- Access to The Peoples Pension, with contributions at 3%.
- Complimentary Virgin Active membership for you and a buddy, plus free membership for children and access to Club V.
- Discounts across Virgin Active, including guest passes and 50% off PT sessions.
- Access to Virgin Family discounts, including Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Holidays, and Virgin Media/O2.
- 20% off food and drink at KAUAI branches located in clubs.
- Access to Salary Finance for loans, savings plans, and personal finance support.
- Health Heroes employer assistance programme with 6 free counselling sessions.
- Complimentary corporate letting services via Dexters, meaning no tenant charges.
- Access to ePoints, offering online discounts to retailers.
About the Company
Employees have the opportunity to be part of a brand redefining the future of wellness, work in a premium environment with industry-leading facilities, and access development and progression opportunities aligned to their level.
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