Lifeguard / Centre Assistant

The main duties of this role are to provide effective supervision of the swimming pool and Gym sessions. Communicate effectively with all centre users and colleagues, and be aware of problems and how to prevent accidents. Preparation of activities for service users and cleaning duties are also part of the working day, ensuring a customer-focused environment at all times.

As part of this role, there is an admin element with designated time to update the referral spreadsheet and payment sheet. The successful candidate must have a good knowledge of Excel, and updating Excel spreadsheets and Word, with an excellent telephone manner

The lifeguard qualification is an advantage but not required, as the successful candidate must be willing to undertake it. However, on applying, the applicant must be a strong, competent swimmer.

Pre-requisites for this course are

Able to jump or dive into deep water.

Able to swim 50 metres for their assessment.

Be able to swim competently 100 metres on their front and 100 metres on their back.

Able to tread water for 30 seconds.

Able to surface dive to the floor of the pool (deep end) - usually 1.8-3m depending on pool.

Able to climb out of the pool unaided (without use of steps).

It is the responsibility of the candidates to ensure that they are familiar with and can meet the prerequisites required for the post.

You will be provided 2 uniforms for when working on the poolside and when working with income generation sessions

Please see attached the job description and person specification

for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

The Rotherham

NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our

local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the

right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of

Rotherham

As a Trust we

are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of

everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey ,show progress in areas that matter most to staff. We have seen good results in how colleagues feel about health and wellbeing, alongside increased confidence that employees are recognised and supported

But don't just

take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for

our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and

recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of

patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve

our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together.

If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us

on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

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All band 2 roles are not eligible for sponsorship. The trust no longer supports HCSW band 3 roles with sponsorship

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