Pool Assistant

SECTION 1: THE ROLE

The Pool Assistant will report to the Manager or their deputy and will assist, supervise and control, where necessary, users of the facility. The Pool Assistant will ensure that all activity areas are ready for use as required, both in terms of cleanliness and equipment that is required. The Pool Assistant will teach and coach as required and ensure that the customer care policy of the facility is always maintained to the highest standards.

SECTION 2: DUTIES

The duties may include but are not limited to the following, and the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office.

PART-TIME POOL ASSISTANT

Duties will include:

SECTION 3: ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA / QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates are required to be available for work weekdays, weekends and bank holidays.

Each candidate must be of good character. The successful candidates will be subject to Garda Vetting in advance of appointment to the position.

Each Candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.

Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms:

• Hold a minimum current Irish Water Safety Pool Lifeguard award or RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification.

• Have a thorough knowledge of resuscitation, including Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid.

If the successful applicant does not have a First Aid Qualification, they will be required to obtain it within 6 months of appointment.

Desirable but not essential:

• Swimming Teacher’s Award

• A Certificate of Competence in Pool Plant Operator

• Previous work in a swimming pool is also desirable but not necessary, as full training will be provided.

Each candidate must be not less than 17 years of age on closing date for receipt of applications for this post.

SECTION 4: SELECTION PROCESS

The recruitment selection process will include an interview.

Candidates will be assessed under the following criteria:

• Relevant Experience

• Interpersonal & Communication Skills

• Knowledge & Understanding of the Post

• Teamwork

A panel may be formed on the basis of such interview. Candidates whose names are on a panel and who satisfy the local authority that they possess the qualifications declared for the office and that they are otherwise suitable for appointment may, within the life of the panel, be appointed as appropriate vacancies arise.

SECTION 5: TENURE

The position is Temporary and Part Time. The post is pensionable.

A panel may be formed to fill vacancies for Temporary Part Time Pool Assistant (Mallow Swimming Pool) which may arise during the lifetime of the panel.

SECTION 6: SALARY

Minimum Wage €14.15 per hour (as of the 1st January 2026).