Job Description
Lifeguard
Location: St Francis’ College, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3PJ
Contract: Part Time - Permanent
Pay: £15.00 per hour
Start Date: September 2026
Hours: Approximately 6.5 to 8 hours per week, with shifts available across weekday afternoons and evenings (earliest start 3:45pm, latest finish 8:00pm) and Saturday mornings (earliest start 8:15am).
Specific working patterns will be discussed and agreed during the interview process.
About the Role
St Francis’ College is seeking reliable and enthusiastic Lifeguards to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who is safety-focused, confident around children and families, and passionate about maintaining a safe and welcoming pool environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Supervising swimmers and ensuring safety at all times
• Responding promptly to any incidents
• Setting up and packing away pool equipment
• Carrying out basic cleaning of changing rooms after sessions
• Liaising with parents and staff when required
• Supporting the smooth running of the pool and sharing improvement ideas
• Understanding and following safeguarding procedures, Normal Operating Procedures (NOP) and the Emergency Action Plan (EAP)
Qualifications:
• National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ), NRASTC or equivalent
• Ability to supervise a pool depth of up to 3.5m (preferred)
What We Offer:
• Supportive and friendly staff team
• Caring school community
• Free on-site parking
• Pension scheme
• Refer-a-Friend scheme (up to £750)
• Health plan including optical, dental, chiropody, therapy treatments and health club concessions, plus access to DoctorLine worldwide
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Westfield Rewards, offering discounts at high-street and online retailers
How to Apply
Please apply as soon as possible via this link:
https://applicant.website/i/65A755/vacancy-info/0000001340
Interviews may take place before the closing date if suitable candidates are identified.
Safeguarding Statement
St Francis’ College is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, right to work in the UK, qualification checks and employment checks, including an exploration of any gaps in employment and two satisfactory references. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.