Leisure Assistant (Lifeguard) - ELA Active Ltd
| Posting date: | 16 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.71 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Plus 12.07% holiday pay per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 16 May 2026 |
| Location: | Cambridgeshire, Eastern England |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | ELA Active |
| Job type: | Contract |
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Summary
Casual contract
Are you looking for flexible work in a busy and rewarding leisure environment?
ELA Active Ltd is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Casual Leisure Assistants (Lifeguards) to join our team across our sports centres in Cambridgeshire. This role offers flexible working hours and is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with the public while helping to deliver safe, high-quality leisure services.
Working under the guidance of the Duty Manager and Shift Leader, you will support the smooth day-to-day operation of the centre, ensuring customers enjoy a safe, clean, and welcoming environment. The role includes lifeguarding duties, along with general leisure assistant responsibilities.
Why ELA Active?
At ELA Active, we are passionate about providing high-quality leisure services while investing in our people. You will receive full training, ongoing support, and opportunities to develop your skills within a professional leisure environment.
For those looking to progress, there may be opportunities to develop further, including supporting across multiple sites.
Key responsibilities:
Providing excellent customer service, responding positively and professionally to customer enquiries
Supporting the Duty Manager and Shift Leader with the day-to-day operation of the centre
Lifeguarding swimming pool activities, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all pool users in line with RLSS guidance and ELA Active procedures
Preventing accidents and responding effectively to emergency situations in accordance with the centre’s Normal Operating Procedures (NOPs) and Emergency Action Plans (EAPs)
Ensuring facilities are clean, safe, and ready for use, including poolside areas
Carrying out equipment set-ups and takedowns for activities and events
Conducting routine facility checks and reporting faults or hazards promptly
Undertaking cleaning duties in line with agreed schedules
Supporting centre operations during busy periods, events, and community activities
Following health and safety, safeguarding, and operational procedures at all times
Essential requirements:
RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
A proactive, customer-focused approach
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues and customers
The ability to work independently and follow operational procedures
Willingness to undertake further training, including First Aid and Pool Plant training as required
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and at short notice, in line with centre opening hours
Training & Development
Full induction and ongoing training provided
Monthly paid 2-hour staff training sessions
Opportunities to develop skills and work across multiple ELA Active sites
Ongoing support to maintain NPLQ and other relevant qualifications
What we offer:
Flexible casual working hours
Holiday pay paid at 12.07% per hour worked
Free on-site parking
A supportive, inclusive, and professional team environment
If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and committed to delivering safe and positive leisure experiences, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Are you looking for flexible work in a busy and rewarding leisure environment?
ELA Active Ltd is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Casual Leisure Assistants (Lifeguards) to join our team across our sports centres in Cambridgeshire. This role offers flexible working hours and is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with the public while helping to deliver safe, high-quality leisure services.
Working under the guidance of the Duty Manager and Shift Leader, you will support the smooth day-to-day operation of the centre, ensuring customers enjoy a safe, clean, and welcoming environment. The role includes lifeguarding duties, along with general leisure assistant responsibilities.
Why ELA Active?
At ELA Active, we are passionate about providing high-quality leisure services while investing in our people. You will receive full training, ongoing support, and opportunities to develop your skills within a professional leisure environment.
For those looking to progress, there may be opportunities to develop further, including supporting across multiple sites.
Key responsibilities:
Providing excellent customer service, responding positively and professionally to customer enquiries
Supporting the Duty Manager and Shift Leader with the day-to-day operation of the centre
Lifeguarding swimming pool activities, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all pool users in line with RLSS guidance and ELA Active procedures
Preventing accidents and responding effectively to emergency situations in accordance with the centre’s Normal Operating Procedures (NOPs) and Emergency Action Plans (EAPs)
Ensuring facilities are clean, safe, and ready for use, including poolside areas
Carrying out equipment set-ups and takedowns for activities and events
Conducting routine facility checks and reporting faults or hazards promptly
Undertaking cleaning duties in line with agreed schedules
Supporting centre operations during busy periods, events, and community activities
Following health and safety, safeguarding, and operational procedures at all times
Essential requirements:
RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
A proactive, customer-focused approach
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues and customers
The ability to work independently and follow operational procedures
Willingness to undertake further training, including First Aid and Pool Plant training as required
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and at short notice, in line with centre opening hours
Training & Development
Full induction and ongoing training provided
Monthly paid 2-hour staff training sessions
Opportunities to develop skills and work across multiple ELA Active sites
Ongoing support to maintain NPLQ and other relevant qualifications
What we offer:
Flexible casual working hours
Holiday pay paid at 12.07% per hour worked
Free on-site parking
A supportive, inclusive, and professional team environment
If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and committed to delivering safe and positive leisure experiences, we would be delighted to hear from you.