Lifeguard/Sports Assistant

2 weeks ago


Oxford, United Kingdom Oxford University Sport Full time

Lifeguard/Sports Assistant - Oxford, Oxfordshire

Job Title: Lifeguard/Sports Assistant

Salary: Grade 2: £23,706 per annum

Location: Oxford

Hourly rate: £12.49 per hour

Oxford University Sport is situated at the iconic sports ground where the world record four-minute mile was first broken.

We currently have opportunities for two full-time Lifeguard/Sport Assistants to join our friendly team and provide operational support to the Rosenblatt swimming pool and surrounding sports complex.  

What We Offer

We are a key part of the University of Oxford and as an employer, genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:

  • An excellent contributory pension scheme
  • 38 days annual leave
  • A comprehensive range of childcare services
  • Family leave schemes
  • Cycle loan scheme
  • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
  • Opportunity for personal and professional development
  • Trade prices for goods on sale in Centre

The University also runs an enormous number of social groups and sports clubs for those looking for more than just a great place to work.

About the Role

We are looking for team players to join the Sports Department team as Lifeguard/Sports Assistants working throughout the entire sports complex at our Iffley Road site.  

As a member of operational staff, you will provide full support to the management team and support the day-to-day operation of facilities.

The posts are full-time working an average of 36.5 hours per week on a well-balanced 2-week shift rota which includes just three set days during the week and short Saturday and Sunday shifts on alternate weekends.

About You

You will need to hold a RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) or be a strong swimmer who is willing to obtain an NPLQ by attending and passing a course held within the UK which we will fund, together with associated expenses.

Owing to the nature of this position, offers of employment with the University will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Applications should be made online via the link below.  Please quote Reference 171959 on all correspondence.

Please submit your application before 12:00 midday on Friday 10 May 2024.

Interviews will take place on Saturday 18 May 2024 at the University Sports Complex, Iffley Road, Oxford.

 



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