Position: Sport & Leisure Attendant, Full-Time Permanent
Location: Coolock, County Dublin, Ireland
Salary: Euro 35,433 – 41,696
About The Role
Your primary focus of the role is lifeguarding, ensuring a safe environment for all users and to maintain cleanliness of the facility. Our aim is to positively engage with people who use our services, supporting their participation in leisure activities and promoting health, wellbeing, and social inclusion.
You will also assist with the delivery of swimming and physical activity programmes where required.
Key Responsibilities
Provide pool supervision in line with National Pool Lifeguard standards and follow the facility NOP and EAP.
Conduct routine health and safety checks across the facility.
Perform plant room operations (full training provided) to help maintain a safe and functional pool environment.
Report maintenance requirements and assist in ensuring the facility remains safe, clean, and operational.
Engage in regular lifeguard training to maintain best practices and emergency readiness.
Facilitate enjoyable and engaging activities that promote physical, social, and emotional wellbeing.
Promote an inclusive and person-centred environment that encourages participation and independence.
About You
You have a genuine passion for supporting people with disabilities in achieving their health and fitness goals.
You are enthusiastic, empathetic, and have a positive approach to working with individuals of all abilities.
You are a team player with excellent communication skills and a willingness to learn and develop.
Experience in leisure, sports, or healthcare is a plus, but most importantly, you bring a caring attitude and a commitment to delivering exceptional support.
Essential Criteria
A current RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification/Irish Water Safety Pool Lifeguard Qualification.
Have a professional and positive approach on all aspects of the role.
Desired But Not Essential
Full Driving Licence.
A recognised Qualification in Sport, Leisure & Recreation/ Community Sports Development/ Coaching or Teaching/Health Promotion.
Previous experience working with people with disabilities.
Previous experience working in the sport, leisure, fitness or recreation sector.
Pool Plant Room qualification.
Fitness Qualification or Sports Coaching Certificates.
Aqua Aerobics Certificate.
Older Adult Physical Activity Programming.
Disability Awareness Training.
Safeguarding/Child protection qualification.
Swimming Teaching Qualification.
Have a strong commitment to the empowerment of the people with disabilities.
What We Offer
HSE Pay Scale (incremental).
Premium Payments.
Sick Pay Scheme.
Paid Maternity Leave.
Pension.
Cycle to Work Scheme.
Generous Annual Leave.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Comprehensive Induction.
Training / CPD.
Career Progression.
Working Hours
In general, shifts are Monday to Friday 9:00am-5:00pm but the position requires flexibility to work shifts on evenings and weekends on occasion.
All staff members are required to attend regular staff training sessions.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 5pm 26th June 2026.
St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer.
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