Leisure Assistant (Trainee)

Wakefield Council is looking to recruit a hardworking and dedicated Lifeguard to join our dynamic leisure team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment where safety, cleanliness, and service excellence are top priorities.

As a Lifeguard, you will play a vital role in ensuring our swimming pools are clean, safe, and welcoming for all users. You’ll be responsible for maintaining high standards of safety and hygiene while delivering excellent customer care in line with the Council’s values and policies.

What We’re Looking For

• A strong team player with a proactive attitude
• Commitment to delivering high-quality service
• Ability to remain calm and act quickly in emergency situations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Entry Requirements

This is an unqualified role, open to anyone to apply. However, a National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is essential to start in post.

Wakefield Council will fund your NPLQ course, but attendance will be expected as voluntary hours.

As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to complete a swim test prior to your interview. The test includes :

Swim Test Requirements

This assessment will take place on the day of the interview, prior to the NPLQ course.

To Qualify for the NPLQ Course, You Must :

Monday 16th February – Friday 20th February

Venue :

Sun Lane Leisure, WF1 1JD

Daily Times :

Why Join Us?

Becoming a Lifeguard is an excellent career choice at any stage of life and a great starting point for a career in leisure. Many of our Lifeguards go on to become  Fitness Consultants ,  Swimming Teachers , or  Assistant Managers .

You’ll gain valuable life skills, including a  Level 3 First Aid qualification , and receive full training and support to achieve your  NPLQ . Lifeguards play a crucial role in public safety, learning lifesaving and first aid skills, educating swimmers about water safety, and responding to emergencies.

In facilities with dry-side areas, you may also assist with setting up equipment or supporting reception duties.

For more information, contact :

Additional Information

As part of Wakefield Council’s commitment to safeguarding, the successful applicant will be required to complete a  Disclosure Application Form  and provide information about any criminal convictions.

Wakefield Council is fully committed to the safety and welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.

As part of Wakefield Council’s commitment to safeguarding a successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.

Due to cultural sensitivities of service users, we welcome applications from women only for this role, in accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act . This position involves delivering services where being female is an occupational requirement, to preserve the privacy and dignity of service users. The requirement is objectively justified and proportionate to achieving this legitimate aim.We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all backgrounds. This role is exempt under the Equality Act .