Freedom Leisure
Lifeguard - Casual - Prince Regent Swimming Complex
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Lifeguard – Freedom Leisure
About the Role
Join the Energy at Freedom Leisure – Do Good, Feel Good!
At Freedom Leisure, we pride ourselves on positive attitudes, outstanding people, and creating a meaningful impact. While we operate leisure and cultural facilities, gyms, and swimming pools, the heart of what we do is driven by our passionate team.
As one of the UK’s leading charitable leisure trusts, our mission is Improving Lives Through Leisure. Our goal is to help communities live healthier, happier lives by providing welcoming, inclusive, and accessible centres where everyone feels supported and inspired. At the root of everything we do is amazing customer service—delivered with enthusiasm and dedication.
If you’re enthusiastic about helping others and creating fantastic experiences for people in your community, you’ll thrive with us. You don’t need prior expertise—rest assured, we provide thorough training and support while you grow and progress.
With over 130 centres across England and Wales, there’s abundant opportunity to build a rewarding career doing what you love, while making a real difference in people’s lives.
We thrive as a workplace where everyone—regardless of age, race, gender, disability, or sexual orientation—is welcomed, valued, and supported to reach their full potential. When our team reflects the communities we serve, we become stronger together.
What Makes This Role Inspiring?
Being a Lifeguard at Freedom Leisure isn’t just a job—it’s a profoundly rewarding experience that helps you develop lifelong skills like:
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It’s one of the most fulfilling roles you can take on, leaving you feeling motivated and driven at the end of every shift. Plus, you get to connect with people from all walks of life and form lasting friendships with your teammates.
Our Lifeguards are an essential part of the team, with many advancing to become swim teachers, supervisors, or even managers, and we provide every opportunity for you to aspire and succeed.
Responsibilities
Here’s what your role will entail:
- Deliver vital water safety and supervision duties
- Work flexibly to meet the needs of our busy centres
- Support and interact with customers of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds
- Foster a team-oriented and inclusive culture
- Follow instructions from managers and adapt to varying demands
Requirements
- NPLQ qualification or equivalent
- First Aid at Work certification
- Dexterity and physical stamina for poolside patrol work
- Strong interpersonal skills to engage with all customers and colleagues
- Commitment to a team-oriented workforce and adaptability
- Ability to relate and communicate effectively across diverse demographics
- Willingness to receive and implement instruction from management
For the safety and care of our customers, an enhanced DBS check is required before commencement.
Work Environment & Commitment
- Hours: Casual, flexible shifts as required, depending on centre demand
- Location: Across London, Essex, Hertfordshire, and beyond (exact site dependent on the application)
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Benefits
We are committed to your well-being and growth. As a part of our team, you’ll benefit from:
- Flexible working hours to balance personal and professional life
- Comprehensive training, coaching, and development to progress your career
- Paid annual leave, so you can recharge when needed
- A lively and dynamic workplace that boosts morale and job satisfaction
- Discounted Staff Membership for our leisure centres
- Career progression—many opportunities to grow from casual work to permanent career roles
- The opportunity to build an exciting and fulfilling career supporting health and fitness in the community
Why Join Us?
This role is all about supporting health, fitness, and well-being in your local area while enjoying the satisfaction of being part of an organisation with a bigger purpose. Here at Freedom Leisure, we don’t just keep our members happy—we help transform lives.
Closing Details
- Salary: Up to £12.71 per hour (depending on experience)
- Closing Date: 17th July 2026
- Potential applications for the post closing prior to expiry if highly oversubscribed—apply early if interested!
Freedom Leisure is proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
Safeguarding Commitment
We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all new employees to uphold these standards and responsibilities.
We look forward to seeing you and meeting all the dynamic individuals who give our customers such a great experience!
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