Swimming Pool Lifeguard
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Position Overview & Specifications
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Position: Pool Lifeguard
Type: Seasonal - Part & Full Time Hours
Rate of pay: Up to £12.00 per hour (holiday pay inclusive) – Paid Weekly
About Us
Hendra Holiday Park is a 5* Cornish family holiday park located in Newquay.
As a busy park, we provide holiday home, touring and camping holidays for families and couples, our on-site facilities include one of the biggest fun pools in the Southwest, soft play centre, activities, play areas, an entertainment venue and three eateries.
We offer a range of perks and benefits as a Hendra employee, such as 50% off food, free swimming passes, discounted local gym membership, and more. Staff happiness and well-being are important to us, you’ll be a valued member and part of a fun and friendly team delivering a 5* service to our guests.
The Role
Here at Hendra Holiday Park we have an Outdoor Pool & popular Indoor Pool with water features, water slides and a rapid pool. Being a valued member of the team, you will be providing a safe environment to all our guests who visit our pool areas, from young children to vulnerable adults.
The role itself will require you to be focused on the safety of all our guests and provide a 5* service at all times. Ensuring health & safety guidelines are continuously adhered to you will ensure all areas are kept to a high standard.
Who we are looking for:
Being a customer facing role, we are looking for individuals who have a friendly personality, can work as an integral part of a big team, be a competent swimmer, is passionate about delivering a fun, memorable and safe experience to our guests.
Desirable: A National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
What we offer:
· Competitive pay rates
· 50% off food and hot drinks
· 50% off Monthly Oasis passes
· Discounted family stays at Hendra
· Opportunity to develop and progress
· Fun and vibrant working environment
· Free parking
Licence/Certification:
- NPLQ (National Pool Lifeguard Qualification)
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: Up to £12.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Newquay: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- NPLQ (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Swimming Pool Lifeguard roles across Hendra Holiday Park's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £12 - £12 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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