Leisure Assistant (Lifeguard)
Abbeycroft, Mildenhall
Job description
Leisure Assistant – Mildenhall Hub– National Minimum Wage As a Leisure Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and enjoyment of our members and customers. From lifeguarding our pools to maintaining cleanliness standards and assisting with equipment setup, you'll deliver exceptional customer service every day! Position 1 – 15.50 hours per week [includes staff training of 0.5] Position 2 – 34.50 hours per week [includes staff training of 0.5] Rota Position 1 – Wednesday 18:00-21:30 / Thursday 14:30-17:30 / Saturday 12:00-16:00 / Sunday 10:00-14:30 Position 2 – Tuesday 05:30-14:30 / Wednesday 05:30-14:30 / Thursday 05:30-14:30 / Friday 05:30-14:30 Abbeycroft can offer you: • A Multisite membership • A discounted multisite membership for someone that lives with you • Free child swims (Not lessons) • Annual Leave entitlement • Pension Scheme with NEST • Opportunities for career development and progression We also offer Westfield Health Benefits which include Mental, Physical health and financial support, a 24/7 DoctorLineTM, access to Togetherall and generous Highstreet discounts and cashback. Key Responsibilities: • Lifeguarding duties, including monitoring pool safety and responding to emergencies. • Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the facility. • Assisting with equipment setup and breakdown for various activities. • Providing excellent customer service to enhance the overall experience for our guests. Requirements: • Responsible individual with a passion for working in leisure, health, and well-being. • Prior experience is advantageous but not essential; full training will be provided. • Strong commitment to safety and the well-being of others. • Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team. Qualifications: • National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is required. Candidates without an NPLQ will have the opportunity to undergo full training after a successful swim test and interview. Closing Date: 10th June 2026 Interviews will take place onsite on week commencing 15th June 2026 Join our team at Abbeycroft and become part of a rewarding journey dedicated to community well-being. Apply now to start your adventure with us! Most roles at Abbeycroft involve some form of regulated activity with children and so an Enhanced DBS Check including the Children’s Barred List will often be appropriate. As a Disability Confident Employer we encourage you to let us know If you require reasonable adjustments to any part of the recruitment/selection process. We will guarantee an interview to a candidate with a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010, if they otherwise meet the minimum selection requirements. Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to everyone individually. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Qualifications required
NPLQ (Training available for candidates not already holding this)
How to apply
Please send a copy of your CV, clearly stating which vacancy you are interested in, to Daniel Ward, General manager: daniel.ward@acleisure.com
Job overview
- CategoryLifeguard
- EmployerAbbeycroft
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- Rate of Pay£10.85-£12.71
- Job AddedFri May 29 2026
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Ready to apply?
Please send a copy of your CV, clearly stating which vacancy you are interested in, to Daniel Ward, General manager: daniel.ward@acleisure.com
Application Deadline Wed Jun 10 2026
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Abbeycroft
Mildenhall Hub, Sheldrick Way, Mildenhall, Bury St. Edmunds, IP28 7JXGet directionsID: 8c9a7445-5caf-49c5-9364-083e93317b18
