Permanent Lifeguard/Instructor (Active Ennis Leisure Complex)

Permanent Lifeguard/Instructor (Active Ennis Leisure Complex)

Lifeguard Instructor 

from which future relevant vacancies may be filled subject to sanction approval from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Positions will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. This panel will exist for 12 months and may be extended for a further period of 6-12 months at the discretion of the Chief Executive. 

The Active Ennis Leisure Complex is a complete indoor health and fitness arena with white flag accreditation, providing pool and gym-based activities for all individuals and clubs in Ennis and further afield. Active Ennis Leisure Complex has for many years had a great association with water safety and with the Lifeguard Service in particular. Many of the lifeguards who have guarded the beaches of Clare over the years availed of their early training in the pool. Active Ennis Leisure Complex is widely recognised as the centre of excellence for swim lessons in Clare. Our team of instructors has vast experience teaching adults and children at all levels from beginner to competitive swimmer.

The principal duty of the Lifeguard Instructor shall be to safeguard the users of the pool by maintaining a constant observation of all swimmers while on duty. The successful candidate will also be tasked to work across other streams of activities provided within the Complex for example, teaching swimming classes, lifesaving lessons, aquafit classes, running camps, allowing the candidate to develop their career potential. Training will be provided.

The duties to be assigned include the following although this list is not exhaustive and may be reviewed from time to time as organisational needs require. 

The duties will include but will not be limited to the following: 

• The principal duty of the Lifeguard Instructor shall be to safeguard the users of the pool by maintaining a constant observation of all swimmers while on duty. 
• The Lifeguard Instructor may be tasked to work across the other streams of activities provided within the Active Ennis complex and where relevant particular training for the duties will be provided or verified by the Manager.
• On commencement of daily duties, shall inspect all equipment at their disposal and ensure that it is serviceable. They shall then inspect the pool and pool area, making sure that it is clean and safe for use. 
• When defects are noticed, shall rectify them where possible, and if not, immediately bring them to the attention of the Supervisor. 
• Point out the regulations to the swimmers and make sure that hygiene is practised by them in the use of showers, etc. 
• See that the pool users are well behaved and shall discourage any conduct that might lead to the injury or discomfort of other swimmers. 
• Where minor offences occur, such as disobeying instructions or breaking the rules, the offenders shall be warned before being reported to the Management. Immediately report to the Duty Manager incidents of gross misconduct. 
• The successful candidate will be required to teach swimming, lifesaving lessons & aquafit, take classes, run Camps & Birthday Parties. (training will be provided). 
• Encourage and promote swimming and the use of the pool. 
• Stand in for the Duty Manager in operating the pool equipment when occasion demands. • Co-operate with the Duty Manager in maintaining the efficient running of the pool. 
• Give any information in relation to the pool to the County Council or its officials as requested from time to time. • Render first-aid and resuscitation when/if required and shall make every effort to improve competency in this regard. 
• Required to carry out hygiene duties in and around the pool area/changing village and the Leisure Complex when required. 
• Any other duties as assigned by the line manager.

Qualifications for the post

Pool Plant Operator Certificate

Aqua Aerobics Instructor Certificate

Gym Instructor Qualification

The current salary scale applicable to the post (February 2026): €794.06 - €815.62 per week