Seasonal Lifeguard Supervisor Temporary

Overview

We are looking for a Seasonal Lifeguard Supervisor to cover our operations from Kingsbridge Support Centre, covering our operations across beaches in the area. You will need to be proficient and experienced at working, training, and supporting lifeguard teams and their operations in such conditions - we are seeking applications from current employees only at this stage.

• Working with other Supervisors on the recruitment, training, supervision, welfare, and development of the lifeguard team.
• Ensuring the safe and effective delivery of the lifeguard service to the highest of standards.
• Manage and support lifeguard operations on demanding popular surf beaches, including responding to emergency situations.
• Contribute to the operational procedures, lifeguard service model and strategic planning.

In this role you will be required to work with other Supervisors to cover weekend and early/late shifts, ability to be flexible if required, and manage their time effectively.

• Sound knowledge of the beach environment and sea based recreational activities.
• Extensive experience in the provision of RNLI lifeguard services.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to deal effectively with a broad range of people and situations.
• Valid driving licence.
• ILS recognised lifesaving qualification.
• This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore any offer of employment will be subject to an enhanced criminal records check.

The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role.

(England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland;
Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland;
Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).

Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision:
To save Every One.