Lifeguard & Camp Instructor

# Lifeguard & Camp Instructor

Employer:

Wishford Education - Commercial

Location:

Canterbury, Kent Contract Type:
Fixed term contract

Hours:

Casual Salary:
£15.13/£12.21 per hr; £16.81 lifeguard

Posted:
11th June 2026

Expires:
23rd July 2026 11:59 PM

Start Date:

As Soon As Possible Job :
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* * Overview of the role
** In order to create an amazing experience for our children, our staff are absolutely critical to our success each and every Holiday.
** We are looking for someone who holds a RLSS Lifeguarding/ NRASTC qualification or equivalent.
** One thing all of our staff has in common is that they all want to make an impact in the lives of children. They understand what it takes to be a role model and know that while working with children is incredibly fun, it is also hard work and challenging. Still, being a Instructor at Discover Activity Camps is one of the most rewarding jobs you will ever have.
** Hours, Salary & Benefits
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* Hours:

7:45am - 5:30pm. Mon - Fri.

Fixed term 0 hour contract.

Pool operating times from 2 hours per day.

Staff will be contacted in advance of each holiday period to confirm availability.

Salary: £15.13 per hour (21 and over) £12.21 per hour (20 and under) Including holiday pay.

Lifeguarding hours: £16.81 per hour including holiday pay.
** RESPONSIBILITIES
* ** To be responsible for the overall wellbeing and happiness of the children in your care
* To help deliver a programme of daily activities suitable for the age range of the children in a safe environment
* Being the lifeguard ‘on duty’ for the daily swimming sessions
* Follow activity plans and instructions provided by the Camp Manager
* Lead and supervise a group of children during daily activities, swimming, games, and outings
* To promote the ethos of Discover Activity Camps, providing an exceptional role model to children in your care
* Promotion of exceptional safeguarding practices at all times, including awareness of recording and reporting procedures in accordance with the Safeguarding Policy
* To be responsible for the security of the premises in which activities are undertaken
* To ensure that buildings and rooms are adequately secured upon departure through the use of door codes and locks
* Provide a friendly welcome to all holiday club attendees, meeting and greeting parents, signing children in at the start of the day and out at the end of the day
* Accompany children around the site to different activities, supervising lunch and supervising open play sessions
** Experience & Qualifications
*** RLSS lifeguard/ NRASTC Swim Teacher
* If you have worked in a Holiday Club environment before that would be great but don’t worry if you haven’t!
* Experience coaching young persons’ sports is desirable.
* We also want to hear about any experience you have delivering other activities such as arts/dance/music/computing/science.
* We would love to hear about any childcare/educational play certificates you may have!
** Skills
* ** You will be able to work in a busy environment as part of a friendly team, interfacing with parents, staff and most importantly the children.
* You will have the ability to adapt to different situations and think creatively.
* Enthusiastic with a genuine passion for working with children.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Holder of Pool Plant certificate (desirable not essential)### Attachments Camp Instructorlifeguard - DAC### Safeguarding Statement:

Wishford Education - Commercial is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
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