About this job

FIXED TERM: 12 MONTHS VARIOUS HOURS  
SALARY: GRADE D £14.14–£15.07 PER HOUR
LOCATION: TIVERTON 

Are you looking for your next challenge? Do you want a role that is rewarding? We have an exciting opportunity to work as a Lifeguard (Recreation Assistant - Wetside) for Active Mid Devon at our site in Tiverton. 

At Active Tiverton our benefits include:

• Competitive rate of pay
• Generous annual leave entitlements
• Discounted leisure memberships
• Free uniform and DBS check
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Excellent training and development opportunities 

As a Lifeguard / Recreation Assistant (Wetside) the duties include but are not limited to:

• Providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all customers whilst using our facilities, including providing Lifeguard cover for all swimming pool users
• Focusing on providing a high-quality service to all customers
• Ensuring all facilities are presented and managed to the highest level at all times
• Ensuring you adhere to health and safety guidelines 

At Active Mid Devon we value: Pride, People, Performance and Partnerships 

About you:

• Experience in a customer facing environment
• Able to adapt and work within a team to provide an excellent customer experience
• Willingness to undertake essential job-related training and a desire to progress in the Leisure sector
• National Pool Lifeguard Qualification is required for the role, however for the right candidate training can be provided. First Aid at Work is advantageous but not essential as training will be given. 

There is a potential for the right candidate to progress within our service and specialise in front of house, fitness, sport specific coaching, leisure training or leisure management.

To find out more

To find out more information about Mid Devon District Council and our Leisure Services please visit: https://activemiddevon.com/about 

For any questions or for an informal conversation regarding the position of Lifeguard / Recreation Assistant (Wetside) at Active Tiverton please contact Cassandra Darling , Area Lead –Wetside cdarling@middevon.gov.uk or 01884 234900

For full details please read the Job Description and Person Specification - LS10 - Recreation Assistant (Wetside)

The Job Description refers to the level of competencies required for this post. For an explanation of what this means, please see Core Competencies.

A satisfactory basic disclosure check, and three years complete employment history will be requested in the event of you being offered the position.

Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor skilled worker visas at this time. For more information on pre-employment checks, please review the documents found here.

How to apply

Please download and complete our Job Application Form and send to opportunities@middevon.gov.uk. Alternatively, print and send by post to:

People Services
Mid Devon District Council
Phoenix House
Phoenix Lane
Tiverton, Devon
EX16 6PP

Please remember to quote the following post and vacancy numbers:

CLOSING DATE:	25 November 2026 at 5:00pm
POST NUMBER:	LS10-1
VACANCY NUMBER:	2026160

Mid Devon District Council reserves the right to close this vacancy early. We therefore encourage early applications.

We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups. We are keen to make our interviews accessible. Let us know on your job application if you have a disability and need any reasonable adjustments.

We're committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

If we've not contacted you within two weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. 

Thank you for showing an interest in this vacancy and we wish you every success with your on-going job search.