Seasonal Lifeguard - Shoreditch House, East London

Seasonal Lifeguard - Shoreditch House, East London

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Join us for the summer at Soho House! This is a seasonal role offered on a fixed-term contract through to September 2026.

The role:

At Soho House, a Lifeguard is a vital role in maintaining a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable environment in our pool and wet areas. Your primary responsibility is the safety of all members and guests using the pool, while also upholding the club's premium service and cleanliness standards. This role is ideal for a vigilant, professional individual with a passion for health, safety, and exceptional guest care.

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• 50% Team discount on Food & Drink, 7 days a week
• Staff Room Rates
• Health Cash Plan (Option to add up to 2 additional dependents)
• Dental Plan (option to add up to additional 2 dependents)
• Birthday Day Off after 1 year continuous service
• Up to 50% Staff Discount on Cowshed & Soho Home
• In conjunction with Soho Impact, take 2 days paid a year to support a charity of your choice.
• Free Counselling Sessions
• Cookhouse & House Tonic: Our Cookhouse & Tonic Programmes offer unique food and drink training, events and opportunities to inspire and educate.
• Continuous training to develop yourself personally and professionally
• Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the pool area, maintaining constant vigilance to prevent accidents and respond swiftly to emergencies.
• Enforce pool rules and etiquette to ensure the safety and comfort of all users.
• Perform regular safety checks and maintain equipment such as rescue tubes, pool cleaning gear, and first aid supplies.
• Administer First Aid, CPR, or emergency response as required.
• Monitor water quality and report any irregularities to management or maintenance.
• Ensure all wet areas, including pool deck, showers, and locker rooms, are clean, organised, and well-maintained.
• Provide courteous, professional service to members and guests always.
• Report maintenance issues, incidents, or unsafe conditions in a timely manner.
• Support wellness or swim programming where appropriate (e.g., lane allocation, assisting instructors).

Qualifications

• Valid and up-to-date Lifeguard Certification (e.g., RLSS, NPLQ, or equivalent)
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Previous experience in a leisure club, spa, hotel, or fitness facility is preferred
• Strong communication skills and a calm, confident presence under pressure
• Professional appearance, punctuality, and a customer-focused attitude

As set forth in Soho House's Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.