Lifeguard

Lifeguard – Cheddar Woods, Darwin Escapes

£12.71 per hour | Fixed Term, Part Time

Why join Darwin Escapes?

At Darwin Escapes, our people are at the heart of everything we do. You'll be joining a friendly and supportive team in a business that's passionate about creating unforgettable holiday experiences. Whether you're looking to develop your skills, gain valuable experience in a leisure environment, or build a long-term career, we'll support you every step of the way.

What you'll receive:

• Heavily discounted holidays across Darwin Escapes resorts

• Friends and family holiday discounts

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Training and development opportunities

• Career progression opportunities across our UK locations

• Company pension scheme

• Access to employee benefits and discounts

About the role

We're looking for a Lifeguard to join our team at Cheddar Woods Holiday Park on a fixed term, part time contract.

As a Lifeguard, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all guests using our swimming pool and leisure facilities. You'll maintain constant vigilance, enforce pool rules, and respond quickly and confidently in emergency situations.

Alongside your safety responsibilities, you'll help maintain a clean, welcoming and enjoyable environment for all guests, contributing to an exceptional leisure experience.

This role requires availability to work both weekdays and weekends, with a flexible approach to picking up additional cover shifts when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the pool and leisure area to ensure the safety of all guests at all times

• Respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and provide first aid when required

• Enforce pool rules and promote safe behaviour within the facility

• Carry out regular water quality checks and record readings as required

• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of the poolside and surrounding areas

• Set up and close down the pool and leisure facilities in line with procedures

• Provide friendly and helpful assistance to guests using the facilities

• Work collaboratively with the wider team to ensure smooth daily operations

• Follow all health and safety, safeguarding and company procedures consistently

• Be flexible and willing to pick up additional cover shifts where required

What we're looking for

• A current and valid National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is essential

• Availability to work weekdays and weekends

• Flexibility to pick up additional cover work when required

• Strong awareness and focus on health and safety at all times

• The ability to remain calm and act quickly in emergency situations

• A confident, responsible and safety-conscious approach to work

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• A friendly and approachable attitude when dealing with guests

• Reliability, flexibility and a strong work ethic

• Previous experience in a leisure or hospitality environment is desirable but not essential

Ready to join the team?

If you're a qualified Lifeguard looking for a flexible part time opportunity at Cheddar Woods, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us ensure our guests enjoy a safe, fun and fantastic experience with Darwin Escapes.