Salary guide
Lifeguard Supervisor
- Average salary
- £22,000 – £35,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
LeisureSafety
- The UK has over 2,000 public swimming pools
Other names this job is known by
- Senior Lifeguard
- Aquatic Supervisor
Key responsibilities
- Supervise lifeguard teams at pools or beaches
- Allocate shifts and monitor performance
- Train and mentor staff
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations
- Respond to emergencies and incidents
- Maintain equipment and records
- Liaise with management and authorities
- Organise safety drills
Skills and qualifications required
- RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) or equivalent
- Experience as a lifeguard
- Leadership and training skills
- Communication and attention to detail
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Pool Manager
- Head Lifeguard
- Safety Manager
- Trainer
How to get the job
- Obtain lifeguard and first aid certifications
- Gain experience as a lifeguard
- Progress to supervisor or management roles
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