Pool Lifeguard

Overall Purpose of the Post:

To work as a Pool Lifeguard in the hydrotherapy/swimming pool

Duties:

• Observation & Supervision of swimmers in the water

• Be fully acquainted with all Pool NOP’s and EAP’s

• Water quality test monitoring and record keeping

• Respond to any medical/accident/incident/emergency situations which may arise

• Crowd control

• Customer relations (dealing with service users, their families/carers, other staff users, hires, main centre enquiries)

• Maintaining high standards of hygiene in the department both in and out of the water and adhere fully to all hygiene procedures for all areas of the department

• Plant Room and Boiler Room operations, as instructed by Manager

• Be fully acquainted with and follow open up and shut down procedures

• Be fully acquainted with Pool Department Emergency Procedures of a human nature

• Be fully acquainted with Pool Department Emergency Procedures of a mechanical nature

• Responsibilities in respect of key holding/security

• Assist in the dressing room with service owners/users, if required

• Assist owners/users on deck with use of hoists entering and exiting the water

• Stock control of cleaning products, chemical products, care products, towels and the ordering of same, when required

• To participate in mandatory and job-specific training programmes and all other developmental needs as identified by Line Managers, Director of Services or Enable Ireland

• Participate in regular supervision

• To adhere to record-keeping requirements in accordance with agreed procedures

• To participate in other quality assurance activities within the service, including risk assessments

• To attend relevant meetings as required and participate appropriately

• To adhere to practices, policies and procedures as outlined in the Enable Ireland Policies & Procedures Manual and Health & Safety Statement

• Be an active contributing member of the local Health & Safety and Green Team Working Groups

• To be flexible and supportive of other departments and undertake any other activities as requested by the Children’s Services Manager/Director of Services

• Respond positively and favourably to pool changing needs and operational practices, when required

• Keeping up to date records of all care duties carried out

This description is not restrictive and the post holder may be required to carry out other duties as requested by the Director of Services/Facilities Services Manager.

To minimise exposure to breaches of GDPR, strict compliance is required in the course of carrying out the duties of this job and working with others. This includes, but is not limited to, compliance with Enable Ireland’s suite of GDPR Policies & Procedures, attending all GDPR training sessions, and ensuring personal responsibility for implementing safeguards and measures as directed.

Terms & Conditions

Responsible to: Facilities Manager

Probation: A probationary period of 6 months applies, with three probationary meetings to review performance and suitability for appointment. The company reserves the right to extend the probationary period on an exceptional basis if deemed in your interest, up to a maximum of 9 months. The probationary period may also be extended to facilitate statutory leave.

Salary: The current salary scale for this post is €32,354 to €35,972 per annum.

Annual leave: Entitlement is 30 days pro-rata per annum.

Pension scheme: Enable Ireland operates a contributory pension scheme which all staff may join on the earlier of 1st July or 1st January following start date.

Medical: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a medical assessment.

Garda/Police Clearance: Required for all prospective staff undertaking work or activities relating to children or vulnerable persons.

Sick Pay (if applicable):

All sickness exceeding two days must be medically certified. Weekly certificates are required thereafter. The Company reserves the right to have you examined by its own Doctor after 3 months continuous sick leave. After 6 months continuous service, sick pay is:

• Full pay less social welfare for the first 13 weeks of sickness in any 12-month rolling period

• Half pay less social welfare for a further 13 weeks in the same period

Redeployment: In exceptional circumstances, the organisation reserves the right to redeploy you to an alternative role suitable to your skills and experience.

Qualifications and Experience

• Full, up-to-date National Pool Lifeguard Qualification or equivalent

• Valid First Aid Qualification

Organisational and Professional Knowledge

• Previous experience working as a lifeguard

• Experience working alone and as part of a team

Core Competencies

• Excellent observation and emergency response skills

• Ability to take instructions, give feedback, seek advice, adhere to company policy, procedures & best practice

Special Aptitudes

• Good communication & interpersonal skills

• Positive attitude with disabled users of the facility and their parents/carers

• Ability and willingness to be flexible and responsive to changing demands