Summary
Area: Leisure - Carlton Forum LC
Salary: £13.26 per hour
Hours: 25.5 and 6.5 hours per week
Closing Date: 13-Sep-2026@23:59
Description
We are looking for two enthusiastic and engaging Centre Attendants to join our team at Carlton Forum Leisure Centre in the following roles:
1 x Centre Attendant – 25.5 hours per week
Monday’s 5pm-10.30pm
Tuesday 4pm-10.30pm
Thursday 4pm-9pm
Friday 4pm-7pm
Sunday 9.30am-2pm
1 x Centre Attendant – 6.5 hours per week
Monday 4pm-7.30pm
Friday 4pm-7pm
Centre Attendants are responsible for providing excellent lifeguard supervision of pool bathers throughout the day, alongside supporting the busy operation of the leisure centre. These additional tasks will include, cleaning, equipment set up and take down, customer service and more. We are looking for proactive, positive and driven lifeguards to join our highly success team, with a passion for water safety and drowning prevention.
Applicants must hold a valid National Pool Lifeguarding Qualification and be able to complete a full departmental test prior to being offered a job.
Successful candidates will also have:
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to always present a professional appearance and attitude.
- The ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- The ability to promote water safety and excellent lifeguarding skills.
For a full breakdown of the roles person specification, please see the supporting documents.
We support our staff and invest in their future by offering training courses, industry qualifications and providing professional development opportunities.
We offer excellent working conditions including a generous holiday entitlement, a comprehensive pension scheme and access to an Employee Assistance Programme, providing advice on a range of issues including financial and legal matters, and offering discounts on purchases from numerous retail outlets. We also offer employees significantly discounted gym membership at Gedling's Leisure Centres.
For more information, please contact georgia.bramley@gedling.gov.uk
Candidates should refer to the supporting documentation within their applications.
Closing date Sunday 13th September 2026 at midnight.
Please note, you must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application; we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role
Person Specification
Key: D=Desirable, E=Essential, I=Interview, A=Application Form, T=Test, M=Medical
Relevant Experience
| Requirement | Assessment | Criteria |
| (E) |
(A/I) |
Previous working experience of pool supervision |
| (E) |
(A/I) |
Previous working experience of ensuring high standards of cleaning and hygiene |
| (E) |
(A/I) |
Previous working experience of equipment set up and use |
| (D) |
(A/I) |
Previous working experience of children’s fun sessions/holiday activities |
| (D) |
(A/I) |
Previous working experience in dealing with first aid scenarios and incident management |
Qualifications / Training
| Requirement | Assessment | Criteria |
| (E) |
(A) |
RLSS Pool Lifeguard Qualification (current) |
| (E) |
(A) |
Knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations (COSHH etc) relevant to a Leisure environment |
| (E) |
(A) |
Key skills level 1 in numeracy and literacy |
| (D) |
(A) |
Swim Teachers Qualification (ASA level 1 or 2) or equivalent |
| (D) |
(A) |
Additional Sports Qualifications |
Job Related Skills
| Requirement | Assessment | Criteria |
| (E) |
(I) |
Comply with standards of dress code |
| (E) |
(M/T) |
Ability to pass departmental pool test |
| (E) |
(A/I) |
Commitment to attend regular site-based staff training. |
| (E) |
(I) |
The ability to converse with ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English |
| (E) |
(A) |
Able to provide examples of proven good customer service delivery |
| (D) |
(A) |
Leisure related IT skills |
Personal Attributes
| Requirement | Assessment | Criteria |
| (E) |
(A/I) |
Demonstrate the ability to work on own or as part of a team |
| (E) |
(A/I) |
Demonstrate good communication and customer interaction |
| (E) |
(A/I) |
Demonstrate good early intervention and lifesaving techniques |
| (E) |
(A/I) |
Demonstrate the ability to work within a busy leisure environment |
| (E) |
(A/I) |
Demonstrate a proactive approach to all aspects of Health and Safety |
| (E) |
(A/I) |
Demonstrate a friendly, approachable and proactive approach to work |
Equal Opportunities
| Requirement | Assessment | Criteria |
| (E) |
(I) |
To understand in a way appropriate to the job, how the principles of equality and diversity need to be applied within the Council |
Gedling Employee
| Requirement | Assessment | Criteria |
| (E) |
(I) |
To be committed to the principles of the ‘Gedling Employee’ |
Work Circumstances
| Requirement | Assessment | Criteria |
| (E) |
(A/I) |
Flexible regarding working hours – shifts will include early morning, late nights and weekend working. |
Supporting Documentation
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