Overview
Casual Recreation Officer – Active Lifestyles – Dursley
Reference: REQ0297
Description: About Active Lifestyles Dursley
Active Lifestyles, Dursley, is a small leisure facility situated in the centre of Dursley Town.
The centre comprises of a 25metre swimming pool, a fully equipped gym, indoor cycling and fitness studio.
We are looking to recruit casual NPLQ trained Recreation Officers to join our team.
Job summary
As a Lifeguard, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety of all customers using the swimming pool and associated aquatic facilities. You will provide continuous pool supervision, respond effectively to emergencies, and ensure all activities operate in accordance with the centre's Normal Operating Procedures (NOP) and Emergency Action Plan (EAP).
You will be expected to maintain high standards of poolside presentation and cleanliness, conduct regular safety checks, monitor water quality as required, and deliver excellent customer service to all users. The successful candidate will be vigilant, reliable, and committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable environment for all customers.
This is a casual position; there is no fixed hours each week.
Applicants will be subject to an enhanced vetting and barring clearance.
Ongoing development
We will continue to invest in your ongoing training and give you opportunities to work in other areas of the business as well.
For an informal discussion please contact James Drennen 01453 546441/James.Drennen@stroud.gov.uk
CLOSING DATE: 26th July 2026
INTERVIEW DATE: 29th – 31st July 2026
In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasm we provide a range of staff benefits. Please click here for more information: https://www.stroud.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/benefits-of-working-for-us
A local government reorganisation is planned for Gloucestershire, which may result in changes to structures and services. Potential changes are provisionally timetabled for April 2028. We are committed to supporting all employees through this transition and ensuring continuity of employment wherever possible. Joining us now means you’ll be part of shaping an exciting new chapter for local government.
It is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and people with disabilities.
We welcome applications from neurodivergent candidates and value the diverse lived experiences they bring.
We recognise the wide range of cognitive strengths that contribute to delivering high-quality services.
We are committed to ensuring that every applicant can participate fully and fairly in our recruitment process. To support this, we offer workplace adjustments at every stage. Please let us know if you have any additional requirements as we are here to help create a positive, inclusive, and equitable experience for all.
Responsible recruitment practices for safeguarding are in place within the Council’s HR policies and processes. This is part of our commitment as a Council to safeguard the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people, and children.
Stroud District has an energy unlike any other place. It’s green and dynamic, climate conscious and motivated, creative and collaborative, and unapologetically ambitious. To find out more about what makes our place, our people and our businesses so special, please follow the link to our dedicated website: Stroud District – The Natural Place
Region:
Location: Active Lifestyles – Dursley
Salary: *GBP*12.65 per hour (pay award pending)
Package: Excellent pension scheme – Employee Wellbeing Offer – For more information please see the benefits section on our website
Contractual hours: 0
Basis: Casual
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