Recreation Assistant/Lifeguard (Full Time)

  • Cheltenham Ladies' College
  • Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
  • Jul 30, 2026
Full time Education

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Recreation Assistant/Lifeguard (Full Time)

Reference: JUL

Expiry date: 19:00, Sun, 9th Aug 2026

Location: Cheltenham

Benefits: Group Pension Scheme, Health Cash Plan, Cycle to Work, Subsidised Health and Fitness Centre Membership

Pay: £13.07 per hour (FTE £27,195 per annum).

We are seeking customer-focused individuals who are passionate about delivering excellent service to join our Health and Fitness Centre team.

As a Recreation Assistant you will work as part of a small team helping to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for all users while maintaining high standards of customer service. Your responsibilities will include supervising the swimming pool, setting up sports areas, safely moving equipment, and carrying out cleaning duties.

You will have strong communication skills and a proactive, helpful approach to customers. The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team is essential. You will remain positive and professional even when working in busy and sometimes challenging situations.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week), working on a rota basis that includes early mornings, evenings and weekends.

A National Pool Lifeguarding Qualification (NPLQ) is desirable but not essential, training can be provided to the right candidate.

Closing date: Sunday 9 August 2026 at 8pm

Interview date to be confirmed.

Please refer any specific queries relating to the vacancies to Emma Churchley, HFC Assistant Manager on or by phone on .

Please note that applications will be considered as they are received and College reserves the right to appoint at any time in the process.

Cheltenham Ladies' College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.