Cofton Holidays
NPLQ Qualified Lifeguard (Fixed Term Contract until 5th September 2026)
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NPLQ Qualified Lifeguard (Fixed Term Contract until 5th September 2026)
Hours: 30 hours per week including weekends and evenings
Salary: Up to £13.00 per hour (dependant on age)
About Cofton
Nestled along the stunning South Devon coastline, Cofton Holidays is a family-owned holiday park where people truly matter. We pride ourselves on creating unforgettable guest experiences—and that starts with our dedicated, skilled team.
The Role
We’re currently looking for an enthusiastic and reliable individual to join our Leisure Team as a NPLQ Qualified Lifeguard.
As a NPLQ Lifeguard, you will be helping to ensure the safety of our guests around the pool and contributing to the day-to-day running of Cofton’s busy leisure facility. You will be responsible for supervising the poolside and frequently checking all related poolside areas to maintain a high standard of hygiene, cleanliness, and safety.
You will support the Leisure team by performing your role to the best of your ability while conforming to company policy, procedures, and goals.
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Key Responsibilities
- To ensure the poolside areas are supervised and checked frequently for hazards and that Cofton’s high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and safety are maintained at all times.
- To carry out cleaning duties and pool plant checks at specified intervals and log all such checks as appropriate.
- To clearly and appropriately communicate to guests where correction of behaviour is required in order to comply with poolside rules.
- To carry out lifeguard rescue of any person facing difficulty in the water.
- To administer first aid treatment in accordance with training.
- To ensure any poolside accidents or injuries are recorded in the accident book without delay.
- To report any maintenance problems without delay.
- To assist with taking payments from guests and members as necessary.
- To deal with enquiries from guests and members promptly and politely.
- To undertake any necessary training as deemed necessary by management.
- To follow company procedures, guidance, and training as appropriate.
- Report any Health & Safety matters immediately to the Leisure Supervisor/Asst/Leisure Manager and take any remedial action within the realms of your training, ensuring the Company remains compliant.
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Who We’re Looking For
- A valid National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
- Experience of working in a leisure facility
- Experience in a customer-facing role
- Flexibility, especially during the summer holidays at evenings & weekends
What You’ll Get In Return
- A stunning place to work every day
- A supportive, energetic team that feels like family
- Opportunities to grow within a thriving, independent business
- Competitive pay
- Free use of our state-of-the-art gym and leisure facilities
- Access to staff rewards, recognition platforms, and discounts
- 24/7 mental and physical wellbeing support, including free counselling
- Complimentary team breakfasts and wellbeing perks
- Discounts on food, drink, holidays, PT sessions, and gym classes
- Company pension scheme
- “Refer a Friend” rewards
- Free uniform and on-site parking
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