Lifeguard

Darwin Escapes group; Rhyl; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading holiday park provider is seeking a Lifeguard to join their team at a holiday park in Rhyl. This seasonal part-time role offers an hourly rate of £12.21, with flexible hours across five variable days including weekends. Responsibilities include maintaining pool safety, conducting checks, and advising guests on activities. Ideal candidates may have prior experience and an NPLQ certification. The position provides various employee benefits, including discounted staff breaks and access to resort facilities.

Benefits

Competitive rate of pay

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Discounted staff breaks

Free use of resort facilities

Food discount

Free complimentary round of Golf

Discounts on spa treatments

'Introduce a friend' recruitment bonus

Company employee sick pay

Compassionate leave pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Free access to Darwin Academy training

Cycle to work scheme

MediCash cash plan

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred.
• A full UK driving license is advantageous.
• NPLQ certification is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Work within the Leisure team to manage pool safety.
• Conduct regular checks of pool and changing areas.
• Advise guests on activities and record guest passes.

Skills

NPLQ training

First aid

Attention to safety

Job description

Job Description

Location: Dyserth Road. We are looking for a Lifeguard to join our team at New Pines Holiday Park in Rhyl, Denbighshire. Hourly rate of £12.21.

This is a seasonal position to work part time hours. These hours will be across 5 variable days and include weekends and bank holidays. Flexibility is essential to suit the needs of the business. NPLQ training will be provided for the right candidate.

Company Overview

Darwin Escapes has 26 amazing destinations across the United Kingdom, each with its own unique offering. Whether you are looking for a role in food and beverage, grounds, maintenance, housekeeping, entertainment or at a management level, the Darwin family will have the career waiting for you!

About The Role

Main responsibilities:

• Work within the Leisure team to ensure the pool and leisure areas operate safely and efficiently.
• Conduct regular checks of the pool and the changing areas.
• Be on the lookout for any hazards or issues and ensure that these are dealt with.
• Observe swimmers and spectators.
• Check plant and carry out pool water tests regularly.
• Check and record all guest passes.
• Advise guests on current activity programmes.
• Record any accidents and administer first aid, as required.

Requirements

Previous experience in a similar role is preferred. A current NPLQ is desirable however not essential. A full UK driving licence and the ability to drive is advantageous to enable you to get to and from the resort easily.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive rate of pay.
• Enhanced holiday entitlement (with the option to cash in a number of holidays per year).
• Discounted staff breaks at our luxurious holiday resorts across the UK.
• Free use of all Darwin Escapes resort facilities including many of our free gyms and swimming pools.
• Food discount across all resorts.
• Free complimentary round of Golf.
• Discounts on spa treatments.
• 'Introduce a friend' recruitment bonus.
• Company employee sick pay.
• Compassionate leave pay.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free access to the Darwin Academy training programme to help further your career and skill levels.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• MediCash cash plan.
• Subject to terms and conditions.

Required Criteria

• Right to live and work in the UK.

Desired Criteria

• A driving licence and the ability to drive is an advantage to enable easy travel to and from the resort.
• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred.
• A current NPLQ is desirable however not essential.

Closing Date: Thursday 30th April, 2026

Contract Type: parttime

Salary: £12.21 Hourly