Lifeguard - Full Time - Kettering Swimming Pool

About the Role

Freedom Leisure is a charitable leisure trust focused on helping communities live healthier and happier lives through welcoming, inclusive and accessible leisure and cultural facilities. The organisation operates gyms, swimming pools and other centres across England and Wales, with a strong emphasis on friendly customer service and creating spaces where people feel supported and at ease.

For this full-time Lifeguard position at Kettering Swimming Pool, the main focus is to help provide a safe, clean and welcoming environment for customers. Training and support will be provided, so previous specialist experience is not essential. The organisation values people from different backgrounds, including those starting their first job, and is keen to support team members as they build confidence and develop in the role.

The working pattern is 37 hours per week on a rota covering Monday to Sunday. This is an on-site role in Northamptonshire, England, United Kingdom.

What the Role Involves

• Deliver a high standard of service to customers by helping maintain a friendly, safe and hygienic facility.
• Provide a positive customer experience through approachable, people-focused service.
• Work as part of a team and adapt to changing needs across the centre.
• Follow manager instructions and carry out duties flexibly across the working week.
• Support a workplace culture that values inclusion, teamwork and community impact.

What You Need

• An NPLQ qualification.
• Confidence in dealing with customers of all ages and abilities, as well as staff at different levels.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A cooperative, team-first attitude with willingness to support colleagues across functions.
• Flexibility and the ability to understand and act on instructions from management.
• Enthusiasm, energy and genuine interest in the leisure sector.
• Adaptability in a busy, customer-facing environment.
• Willingness to complete an enhanced DBS check.

Benefits and Support

• Access to My Staff Shop, including discounts on cinema tickets, travel, high street vouchers, gift cards, days out, leisure activities and everyday spending.
• Discounted staff membership, including cover for family members.
• Incremental holiday entitlement.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme with confidential counselling support.
• Company pension scheme.
• Insurance and savings options.
• Financial guidance and advice.
• Cycle-to-work and car leasing salary sacrifice schemes for salaried staff, subject to earnings.
• Fully funded training and opportunities for career progression in a team-based environment.

Additional Information

If a large number of strong applications are received, the vacancy may close before the advertised closing date, so early interest is encouraged. Freedom Leisure is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Salary

The salary is stated as up to £24,519 per year.

Working Hours

This role is for 37 hours per week, working Monday to Sunday on a rota basis.