Beach Lifeguard Jobs and Vacancies
Summer 2006 job vacancies we know about are listed below, however the application process is now mostly completed. Late applications may be accepted if you contact the employer. Contact details will usually stand for summer 2007 jobs and will remain on this page for information purposes until summer 2007 job vacancies are advertised in the new year.
- Scotland
- North-East England
- South and South-West England
Fife
Seasonal Beach Lifeguards
Post A: 24 hrs/wk (5 posts) Ref: CS/2459A/NSVL
Post B: 37 hrs/wk (10 posts) Ref: CS/2460A/NSVL
£6.10 per hour : Temporary from June until August 2006
Based at Aberdour, Burntisland, St Andrews and Elie beaches, duties include patrolling of foreshore, litter patrol, initiating rescue procedures for bathers in difficulty, administering first aid and maintenance of toilet blocks.
A current RLSS National Pool Lifeguarding qualification and experience of dealing with members of the public is essential. You must be willing to gain the National Beach Lifeguard Qualification for which training will be provided.
Hours include weekend working paid at an enhanced rate.
Closing date: Friday 7th April 2006
Seasonal Beach Lifeguard Supervisor
£6.10 per hour + chargehand and enhancements
37 hrs/wk : Temporary from June to end of August 2006
Based at Glenrothes and covering Aberdour, Burntisland, Elie and St Andrews beaches, duties include supervision of Beach Lifeguards, maintenance of beach equipment, implementation of Health & Safety and liaising with beach users and other operators.
Before an appointment can be confirmed you will be subject to a Scottish Criminal Records Enhanced Disclosure Check and a mandatory Health Assessment.
Telephone Fife Council 08451 550088.
Information and application packs are on www.fifedirect.org.uk/jobs
We value diversity and are striving towards equality of opportunity.
All applicants will be considered fairly and on merit.
Closing date: Friday 21st April 2006
North Tyneside
Beach Lifeguard (30 Posts)
Location: North Tyneside (on 1 of 4 beaches)
Rate: £5.84 per hour (pay award pending)
Working option: Full Time (up to 42.5 hours per week, seasonal)
Closing date: extended to 10 March 2006 (applications may be accepted later at manager's discretion)
Short-listing date: 3 March 2006
Interview date: w/c 27 March 2006
Ref: DE658/05
http://www.sector1.net/jobsearch/powerjobview.asp?jobid=118150
You will be responsible for ensuring that the beaches are a supervised, clean
and enjoyable environment for beach users. All employees must possess the
RLSS National Beach Lifeguard Qualification.
If you are not currently qualified please see our Beach Lifeguard page for information on courses.
Please be advised that this position will require the successful candidate
to obtain ENHANCED Disclosure.
Senior Beach Lifeguard (4 posts)
Location: North Tyneside (on 1 of 4 beaches)
Rate: £6.04 per hour
Working option: Full Time (up to 42.5 hours per week, seasonal)
Closing date: 24 February 2006 (applications may be accepted later at manager's discretion)
Short-listing date: 3 March 2006
Interview date: w/c 27 March 2006
Ref: DE659/05
http://www.sector1.net/jobsearch/powerjobview.asp?jobid=118149
You will be responsible for the supervision of a small team of beach Lifeguards
on one of North Tynesides four beaches. With your team you will ensure that
the beaches are a supervised, clean and enjoyable environment for the beach
users.
Application forms for both jobs are available in standard format, large print,
Braille and audio tape, can be obtained by telephone on (0191) 2005000, between
7.30am–8pm and (0191) 2192366, between 8pm–7.30am, Minicom on
(0191) 2192440, by email from recruitment@northtyneside.gov.uk.
Please quote the job reference number.
Alternatively you can apply online Beach Lifeguard click here or Senior Beach Lifeguard click here
South Tyneside
Beach Lifeguard - £5.85 per hour full time.
Required from 22 May 2006 until 4 September 2006.
Working in a busy seaside location, you will be required to work 5 days per week including Saturday and Sunday, to provide a comprehensive beach/water safety service.
You must have a current RLSS Beach Lifeguard Award or be willing to undertake the appropriate training, whilst a First Aid at Work qualification and a Boat Handling qualification would be desirable. You must be a strong swimmer and be able to apply lifesaving skills.
For an informal discussion please contact Penney Wilkinson, Foreshore Officer on (0191) 4556313 or Allan Maving, Facilities Officer on (0191) 4247989 or e-mail jobs@southtyneside.gov.uk for an application form.
Closing date 2 March 2006.
Sunderland
Seasonal Beach Lifeguards required for Seaburn and Roker beaches.
Contact 0191 553 7568 or check http://www.sunderland.gov.uk/pages/jobsonline/show-job.asp?id=1756 for more information.
Hartlepool
Beach Lifeguards (11 positions) (£7.12 per hour) pay award pending plus enhancements where applicable, Ref: CS150C.
Beach Lifeguard Supervisors (3 posts) (£8.12 per hour) pay award pending plus enhancements where applicable, Ref: CS150D.
Ideally you will hold a current National Beach Lifeguard Qualification, however, suitable candidates will receive full training to achieve this award.
For an informal chat about the positions please contact Debbie Wood on (01429) 523412.
For an application form telephone (01429) 523333 or e-mail personnel@hartlepool.gov.uk,
or you can apply online at http://www.sector1.net/jobsearch/jobview.asp?jobid=119895 and http://www.sector1.net/jobsearch/jobview.asp?jobid=119894.
Closing date: 13 March 2006
Kent
Thanet Leisureforce are employing Beach Lifeguards for 2006 season. Location Isle of Thanet, Kent.
NaRS and RLSS qualifications accepted, or training is available to achieve RLSS Beach Lifeguard Qualification. All year round training also available. Please contact Thanet Leisureforce 01843 227959 or email chris.betts@leisureforce.co.uk for more information.
Canterbury City Council are employing Beach Lifeguards for 2006 season. Location Herne Bay and Tankerton, Kent.
NaRS and RLSS qualifications accepted, or training is available to achieve RLSS Beach Lifeguard Qualification. All year round training also available. Please contact Canterbury City Council Foreshore Office 01227 266719 or email matt.stickels@canterbury.gov.uk for more information.
Burnham-on-Sea
Salary Range £5.80 to £6.74 per hour (Subject to Job Evaluation)
Located within a 7-mile stretch of sandy beaches, the resort of Burnham-on-Sea is a popular holiday destination that operates to the prestigious EnCams Seaside Award. We wish to appoint three Beach Lifeguards for the summer season 2006, working within the premier resort of Burnham-on-Sea from June to September.
As part of the Resorts Team, the successful applicants will preferably possess an NBLQ lifeguard qualification or equivalent and have good customer service skills. The hours of work will be between 10.00am and 6.00pm on a rota basis and will include weekend working and bank holidays,
Key areas of responsibilities will include:
Health & Safety Provision to include First Aid
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Patrol and Supervision of designated resort areas
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Regulation of watercraft users to include monitoring
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Ensuring that byelaws are met by beach users
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Dealing with people in a polite and friendly manner.
For an informal discussion, please call Graham Newing, Resort Officer on 01278 793525.
An Application Pack is available from:
Head of Personnel & Performance, Sedgemoor District Council, Bridgwater House,
King Square , Bridgwater, Somerset , TA6 3AR
24 hour Recruitment Answer Phone: 01278 435444
E-mail: personnel@sedgemoor.gov.uk
Web: www.sedgemoor.gov.uk/vacancies
Closing date: Friday 31 March 2006
For an informal discussion contact Resorts Manager Graham Newing on 01278 793525 or by email: graham.newing@sedgemoor.gov.uk .
RNLI Beach Lifeguards
The RNLI Beach Lifeguards service is now the main employer of lifeguards in the following areas and is now taking applications for the 2006 season:
- Bournemouth
- Poole
- Weymouth
- South Hams
- Caradon
- Restormel
- Carrick North
- Carrick South
- North Cornwall
Lifeguard Supervisor
To assist the Area Lifeguard Manager in the management of the lifeguard team and the provision of the lifeguard service. To deputise for the Area Lifeguard Manager as and when required.
Applicants must hold a current RLSS or SLSA Beach Lifeguard qualification and be able to fulfil the fitness criteria below. Previous supervisory experience is essential and teaching/training qualifications are desirable. You must also be a member of a volunteer lifeguard club.
Rate: £8.41per hour
Hours: 40-45 per week
Senior Lifeguard
To supervise the running of a Beach Rescue Unit ensuring effective provision of the lifeguard service. To give help and advice to beach and water users and to provide and /or co-ordinate rescue activities as and when required.
Applicants must hold a current RLSS or SLSA Beach Lifeguard qualification and be able to fulfil the fitness criteria below. Previous supervisory experience is desirable. You must also be a member of a volunteer lifeguard club.
Rate: £7.36 per hour
Hours: 40-45 per week
Lifeguard (Grades 1-3)
To monitor and advise beach and water users and to provide / co-ordinate
rescue activities
under the supervision of a Senior Lifeguard.
Applicants must hold a current RLSS or SLSA Beach Lifeguard qualification and be able to fulfil the fitness criteria below. You must also be a member of a volunteer lifeguard club.
Rate: Between £6.30 and £6.61per hour (depending on experience)
Hours: 40-45 per week
Application Details
All applicants must be able to fulfill the following fitness criteria:
200m pool swim in 3.5 mins
400m pool swim in 7.5 mins
25m pool swim underwater & 25m surface swim consecutively in 50 secs
200m beach run in 40 secs
For full details of vacancies and how to apply please visit the web site at www.beachlifeguards.org.uk, or contact the 24 hour recruitment line on 01202 663 291.
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