Life guard

Job Description

1. To interact with the public responsibly and welcome all users of the facilities
promoting a positive image of the facility and hotel/spa
by the provision of high quality customer service.
2. To comply with the Pool Safe Operating Procedures at all times.
3. To maintain a vigilant watch of the swimming pool areas in accordance with the
operating procedures and take necessary action to ensure the safety of all pool
users and staff.
4. To check the safety of equipment in areas of responsibility and report any damage
or malfunction of equipment, plant or building fabric to the Duty Manager
immediately after discovery.
5. To assist in the preparation and operation of events and activities, including the
assembly and dismantling of equipment and minor repairs when required.
6. To ensure that a consistently high level of cleanliness and hygiene is maintained
throughout the facilities at all times.
7. To ensure that lost property is handled and recorded in line with procedures.
8. To patrol all areas of the facility and ensure that all areas are being used in the
correct manner, making suitable adjustments as necessary.
9. To assist the Duty Manager in maintaining sports activity, activity areas and
stores in a clean, safe and tidy manner.
10. To assist in the opening and closing of the facilities when required and assist in
monitoring the security of the premises at all times.
11. Assist with the supervision and control of children’s activities including parties,
play schemes and courses.
12. Attend regular Lifeguard training sessions to ensure ongoing personal
development and compliance of the requirements of the National Pool Lifeguard
Qualification.
13. Perform inspection of pool safety equipment including rescue aids and alarms in
accordance with the operating procedures.
14. Perform routine checks of customers’ receipts to ensure proof of payment for
entry to the swimming pool.
15. Carry out regular checks of the changing facilities, paying particular attention to
customer safety, facility operation, security, cleanliness and hygiene.
16. To comply with the Pool’s Health and Safety procedures at all times.
17. To report any matter of concern to the Duty Manager immediately.
18. To prepare activity areas involving the setting up/dismantling of equipment.
19. To ensure that all Pool equipment is stored safely and securely when not in use.
20. To report any maintenance issues using the appropriate procedures.
21. To assist the Duty Manager with any tasks involved in the operation of the Pool.
22. To undertake any suggested training requirements.
23. To attend relevant training courses as required by Sketchley Grange Hotel and Spa.
Trust to maintain the ability to carry out the duties of the role effectively.
24. To attend staff meetings as required.
25. To comply with the Emergency Action Plan for the facilities and assist with any
such incidents in the appropriate manner.