Full‑Time Lifeguard – Training Provided at Wantage Leisure Centre

About the role

We are seeking a full‑time Lifeguard to join the team at Wantage Leisure Centre. You will be responsible for ensuring the safety of pool users while delivering excellent customer service in a vibrant community setting.

Key responsibilities

• Rotate through pool duties, supervising swimmers and maintaining a safe environment.
• Clean and tidy the pool area and set up equipment for activities.
• Provide first‑class customer service and respond to visitor queries.
• Support the wider team by preparing studios, gyms or sports halls and performing general cleaning tasks.

Required profile

• Can‑do attitude with a strong focus on customer service.
• Passion for swimming and a responsible, calm demeanor under pressure.
• Good knowledge of health and safety and ability to work well in a team.
• Ideally hold a National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ); training can be provided if you pass a swim test.

Required skills

What we offer

• Industry‑leading pay and a permanent full‑time contract.
• Learning and development opportunities, including practical and theory training.
• Discounted gym membership for you and a partner, pension scheme and various employee discounts.
• Access to GLL’s charitable social‑enterprise benefits such as travel schemes and health assurance.