Pool Assistant

Pool Assistant
Longford Forest | €14.35 per hour
Keep guests smiling and safe
As part of the Subtropical Swimming Paradise team, the Pool Assistant role plays an important part in supporting the Lifeguard team to provide a safe, enjoyable and well-managed environment for guests.
What you'll be doing

Deliver a safe operation on our iconic rides: Tropical Cyclone and Typhoon
Supervising non-lifeguarded areas that require support
Provide a friendly, professional customer service
Maintain cleanliness and uphold health and safety standards
Support with running our water-based activities
Conduct regular water testing and sampling
As part of the role you are required to complete Swimming Pool Emergency Response Award Swimming Pool Emergency Rescue Award | Royal Life Saving Society UK ( RLSS UK )

What's in it for you

Free day passes and access to leisure facilities (including the spa)
Discounts on breaks and in our shops and restaurants
Bonus scheme and recognition rewards
A supportive, friendly team
Career development and in-role training

Your working hours

Full-time and part-time contracts, shifts fall between 7:30am and 8:30pm 
You will be contracted to work a guaranteed minimum amount of hours over a 4‑week period. You may be asked to work additional hours in line with operational requirements
This role includes early mornings, evenings, weekends and bank holidays
Free transport to and from work is available from Ballymahon and Longford Town for colleagues without access to their own transport
Premium rate of pay for hours worked on a Sunday

About you

Naturally cheerful and able to communicate effectively with guests
Able to stay vigilant and calm under pressure
Must be a competent swimmer, able to swim 25 metres on your front and back, retrieve an object from the pool floor and exit the pool unaided

Note: You'll need to complete a Garda vetting before starting (we'll help with that).
Our values
Each colleague at Center Parcs is involved in building better worlds for our guests, colleagues, communities and our environment. Contributing to our purpose means living out our values: We care, we're brave, we're determined and we're naturally us.
Sound like your kind of job?
Apply online today - interviews are ongoing
Working here
Check your route before applying - Longford Forest, isn't easily reached by public transport: Plan Your Journey
Closing date: 24th November 2026Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.
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At Center Parcs, everyone's welcome.
We recognise that we're all at our best when we're being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience. Please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.