Job Vacancy

lifeguard recruitment

We are looking for casual Duty Assistants /Lifeguards

Tuesday 21 April, 2026

Salary: £12.71 per hour plus 12.07% accrued annual leave per total value.

Contract: Hourly Paid – Variable hours to be confirmed.

Closing date: Ongoing

Intervew Date: TBC

Location: Hertfordshire Sports Village, De Havilland campus, Hatfield, Hertfordshire

We are looking for casual Duty Assistants/Lifeguards to join our vibrant and welcoming team at University of Hertfordshire Sports Village.  Successful candidates will join our dedicated team to prepare for and deliver bookings and events in our swimming pool, indoor/multi-use areas and outdoor facilities.

We are looking for candidates who have:

  • Energy and enthusiasm
  • A positive, personable, and welcoming approach
  • Ability to deliver exceptional customer service
  • A current and valid NPLQ (National Pool Lifeguard Qualification),
  • The ability to work as part of a shift rota including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
  • WELCOMES Values 

Employee Benefits include:

  • Free Gym Membership
  • Specific induction and ongoing support, training, development, and progression opportunities
  • UniDays, NUS and Galleria discount cards
  • Discounted travel on UNO buses
  • Regular staff social events

Hertfordshire Sports Village provides extensive sports facilities and services to the local community, students, and staff of the University of Hertfordshire.  Proudly named as one of Leisure and Hospitality’s 20 Best Companies to Work For, Hertfordshire Sports Village is committed to ensuring our team are connected and engaged. Welcoming, going the extra mile, leading by example and the ability to consistently exceed expectations are some of the values we look for in our team members. If you share these values and want to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

To Apply: Send CV to Greyd Monteiro (Duty Manager) email g.monteiro2@herts.ac.uk

Contact Details/Informal Enquiries: For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Greyd Monteiro (Duty Manager) 07881551430 or g.monteiro2@herts.ac.uk  

Book a Tour

Looking for a local gym with a swimming pool? Come and have a look around our state of the art facilities at Hertfordshire Sports Village, with the opportunity to try them too.



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