Casual Recreation Assistant

Job description

A flexible, customer facing role supporting safe, welcoming leisure facilities within a vibrant school community.

Situated on the edge of the Wellington College estate, the Health & Fitness Club provides a welcoming setting for members and staff. The Club is a busy, multi use leisure facility serving pupils, staff, members and external users, and plays an important role in supporting health, wellbeing and community engagement across the College.

We are seeking Casual Recreation Assistants to primarily support lifeguard cover across the swimming pool on a flexible, as required basis. This role is particularly suited to individuals who already hold a current National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) or are close to renewal, and who are able to offer availability during evenings, weekends and peak operational periods. Casual shifts are offered in line with operational need and provide flexibility alongside other commitments.

As a Casual Recreation Assistant, your main focus will be maintaining a safe and well supervised pool environment, responding calmly and professionally to swimmers and users, and acting promptly in line with training and procedures. You will play an important role in ensuring safeguarding and safety standards are consistently upheld. Alongside poolside duties, you may also be asked to support wider Club operations, helping to maintain high standards of presentation, customer service and professionalism across the facility.

You will work closely with Duty Officers and the wider Operations team, contributing positively to a collaborative and service focused environment. A confident, responsible approach and a clear commitment to safety are essential, as is the ability to engage positively with a wide range of users, including pupils, staff, members and visitors.

Working within a busy and welcoming school environment provides a real sense of purpose. You will be encouraged in your development and supported with training opportunities, while working alongside colleagues committed to maintaining high standards for pupils, staff and visitors.

Safeguarding & Wellbeing
Wellington Health & Fitness Club is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You must have the right to work in the UK.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion / Equal Opportunities
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment. Wellington is an equal opportunities employer.

How to Apply
All candidates must apply via our online application form using the link below. A CV may be uploaded in support of the application, but the Wellington application form must be completed in full for your application to be considered. We do not accept CV only applications, in line with KCSIE safeguarding requirements. Full role details are available in the Job Description.
https://vacancies.wellingtoncollege.org.uk/health-fitness-vacancies

Closing Date: 31st May 2026

Please note that we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date, and early applications are encouraged.

All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK and be able to produce supporting documentation.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Wellington College

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

02-05-2026

Profession type

Bar Staff / Waiters and Waitresses

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English