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Dive into a new career and book a lifeguard course with BPL. Upon completion we will offer you a position within our fun and friendly team. You'll get opportunities to develop as well as staff perks, including Your Space gym membership.

Various hours across all Barnsley sites are available.

Rate of pay: up to £11.44 depending on age

Course Overview:

The internationally recognised Royal Lifesaving Society (RLSS UK) National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is not only a qualification that will train you to become a Pool Lifeguard but can also be a stepping stone into a career within the leisure industry. In order to perform lifeguard duties, candidates must be physically fit, have good vision and hearing, be mentally alert and self-disciplined. The course requires 100% attendance and is valid for 2 years from the date of successful completion of the course. It will be delivered using a variety of methods including, power point presentations, flip chart exercises, guided group discussions and activities, practical demonstrations and training. The NPLQ covers all elements of Pool Rescue Techniques, Lifeguard Theory, First Aid and CPR. The course is physically demanding and will include swimming to set times, lifting casualties and diving to the deepest part of the pool.

Course Prerequisites:

Be 16+ years of age on the date of assessment

Jump / dive into deep water

Swim 50 metres in no more than 60 seconds

Swim 100 metres continuously on front and 100m continuously on back

In deep water, tread water for 30 seconds

Surface dive to the floor of the pool

Climb out of the pool unaided without using a ladder/steps where the pool design permits

Course Assessment:

The NPLQ course syllabus and practical skills are continually assessed by the course trainer and a suitable level competence must be achieved to be put forward for a final independent assessment. The assessment will include written theory questions and practical demonstrations of water rescue skills, CPR and First Aid.

Course Details:  

Location - Metrodome Leisure Centre - S71 1AN

Times - 8.00a.m - 17.00p.m

Dates - Sunday 28th July 2024 - Friday 02nd August 2024

Assessment - Friday 02nd August 2024 - 8.00a.m - 12.00p.m

Course Fee - £250

Upon completion of submitting your application you will be contacted by our Training & Development Manager with further details

Upon successful completion of the course you will be offered a position as a Leisure Attendant at your preferred site where you will get all the perks of becoming a BPL employee which include:

 Work place pension

        Free Fitness & Swimming Membership

        Generous annual leave entitlement

        Discounted food & drink

        Flexible working

        Wellbeing support

        Training & development opportunities

        Free car parking at all sites

  Additional wellbeing days

Closing date for applications: Monday 21st July 2024