Sports Operations Assistant (Lifeguard) MT) reference: 2861524MT

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work in the University of Southampton’s outstanding Southampton Sport Team as a Lifeguard - Sport Operations Assistant.

We have a several locations including the newly extended flag ship site, Jubilee Sport and Recreation Centre; Housing a state of the art Gym, climbing wall, pool and squash and studio space. As part of the wider offering we have Mayflower Gym, Wide Lane Sports ground and the Watersports Centre, which are open to students, staff and members of the wider community.

University of Southampton is investing more than £40million in our sports facilities, we offer an extensive range of sport, leisure classes and courses that are available to our customers from 07:00 to 22:00 every day of the week. We require sports professionals to provide a consistently high-quality sports and leisure service to our customers all year round. 

The role 

As a Lifeguard you will be part of a highly motivated and organised Southampton Sport Team responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient daily operation of the facilities. Based at Jubilee Sport and Recreation Centre on Highfield Campus. Lifeguard roles are primarily responsible for working poolside as a lifeguard, but also spend time dealing with customer queries, preparing equipment, ensuring health and safety procedures are being following, and being an ambassador for active lifestyles at the University of Southampton. 

We encourage applicants looking for a full time or part time role. You will be working set hour working patterns, full time is equivalent to 36 hours a week averaged over a number of weeks. 

About you 

We are seeking professional, motivated, and proactive individuals, who are brilliant team players. Roles require strong customer service skills, as you may be the first point of contact dealing with a diverse range of people and situations. You will be responsible for health & safety of all pool users and need to always act professionally. 

The National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is essential ;however we will consider those currently working towards the NPLQ qualification. 

This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check which will be conducted during the offer process. 

What we can offer you 

With a competitive starting salary of £24,600 per annum, there is an additional 10% uplift shift allowance. 

University of Southampton gives you access to a wide range of benefits in addition to our competitive rates of pay. Our core benefits include pension scheme membership;  generous annual leave allowance with University closure days and public holidays, and excellent family leave arrangements (maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave). 

As a member of the Southampton Sport Team you are entitled to free Membership to the fantastic technogym powered gym, Climbing/bouldering walls, pool and studios. 

To view the University of Southampton’s wide range of benefits, please visit https://www.southampton.ac.uk/hr/services/benefits-explained/index.page 

For more information on the Student Experience Directorate, the roles we offer and top tips for applying please visit our website: Click here 

Apply by uploading your CV and a cover letter detailing how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role

Learn more about Southampton Sport

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Closing Date: 02 Oct 2024

Section: Community & Operational

Salary: £24,600 to £26,038 per annum Full Time Permanent