Centre Assistant/Lifeguard

Job summary

We are looking for a strong, competent swimmer with an interest in exercise to support rehabilitation following injury. Who is eager to gain valuable life skills, is enthusiastic, adaptable and an organised individual to work as a Centre Assistant/Lifeguard. Ensuring the safety of all users of the facilities at the Park Rehabilitation Centre. The lifeguard qualification is an advantage but not necessary, as the successful candidate must be willing to undertake the qualification. However, on applying, the applicant must be a strong, competent swimmer. All shortlisted candidates must be willing to undertake a swim test. These vacancies would be ideal for someone looking for evenings and weekend work to fit around a busy family, studying, or just seeking a change of pace and career. You will be working in a fun, lively environment with like-minded people, helping to inspire others to support their rehabilitation following clinical intervention and to work together and deliver their very best. Work patterns will include evenings and weekends.

Main duties of the job

Communicate effectively with all centre users and colleagues, and be aware of problems and how to prevent accidents. Preparation of activities for service users and cleaning duties are also part of the working day, ensuring a customer-focused environment at all times.

As part of this role, there is an admin element with designated time to update the referral spreadsheet and payment sheet. The successful candidate must have a good knowledge of Excel, developing and updating Excel spreadsheets and Word, with an excellent telephone manner

The lifeguard qualification is an advantage but not necessary, as the successful candidate must be willing to undertake the qualification. However, on applying, the applicant must be a strong, competent swimmer.

Pre-requisites for this course are:

• Able to jump or dive into deep water.
• Able to swim 50 metres in less than 60 seconds for their assessment.
• Be able to swim 100 metres on their front and 100 metres on their back competently.
• Able to tread water for 30 seconds.
• Able to surface dive to the floor of the pool (deep end) - usually 1.8-3m depending on pool.
• Able to climb out of the pool unaided (without use of steps).
• Confident and not afraid of water, getting their face wet or being submerged.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey ,show progress in areas that matter most to staff. We have seen good results in how colleagues feel about health and wellbeing, alongside increased confidence that employees are recognised and supported

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

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All band 2 roles are not eligible for sponsorship. The trust no longer supports HCSW band 3 roles with sponsorship

Details

• Date posted: 29 May 2026
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 2
• Salary: £25,272 a year per annum, pro rota
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
• Reference number: C9165-26-01-024
• Job locations: The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust, Park Rehabilitation Centre, Badsley Moor Lane, Rotherham, S65 2QL, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.