Leisure Attendant

Job Description

To provide a safe and high quality service whilst maintaining good operational procedures and relationships between the service and members of the public. To act as Duty Officer in all aspects of swimming pool supervision and operation of the facility.

 

Requirements

This post is considered to be a ‘Regulated Role’ under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. Under the Act, it is a legal requirement for an individual undertaking a regulated role with children or protected adults to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme. The successful candidate will therefore be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to any formal offer of employment being made by Moray Council.

Responsibilities

Provide a life-guarding service.

Perform swimming pool duties as required.

Undertake reception duties.

Responsible for the security of the building.

Undertake Duty Officer responsibilities.

To carry out any other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time as agreed by the post-holder with Management.

 

The Individual

Previous experience of working directly with people.

RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification or willingness to attain.

First Aid Certificate

Strong and confident swimmer

Strong customer care skills and focus.

Ability to follow routines.

Flexible approach to work.

Observational skills to enable effective management of the pool and its users.

Active listening skills for effective communication for effective interaction with members of the public and staff.

Ability to lift and carry reasonable weight, move equipment in conjunction with moving and handling regulations.

Ability to bend and stretch in order to carry out wet cleaning.

Flexibility to meet the needs and demands of the service.

 

Temporary Post until 30 April 2026 (Maternity Cover)

Closing Date: 22 August 2025

Starting Salary: £27,426

£14.55 per hour

36.25 Hours per week

For further information contact: Ken Brown (01542) 888055