Lifeguard

Please note this is a local-hire contract and overseas-hire benefits such as relocation support are not applicable.

The Role

The British School in Tokyo is seeking a Lifeguard to help at our Primary School Azabudai Campus. The post holder may be expected to carry out additional tasks that are reasonably deemed appropriate and, in a new and growing campus, the job is likely to evolve. The successful candidate should be able to work effectively with the team but at the same time be self-motivated and self-reliant. Please note this is a local-hire contract and overseas-hire benefits such as relocation support are not applicable.

Essential 

• Strong level of spoken and written English is required for this role. 
• Minimum of 1 Year of related lifeguard experience.
• Certified Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate or equivalent (including dealing with a Spinal Injury).
• American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent.
• American Red Cross Standard First Aid or equivalent.
• Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children with whom you come into contact with.

Desirable 

• Experience in a School or Swim Club environment. 
• Ability to assist swim teachers in lessons when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervises swimming activities at the aquatics facility during school hours and ensures that policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed.
• Warns swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforces pool regulations and water safety policies.
• Working closely with the Head of Primary PE, Director of Sport and associated swim teaches to ensure the smooth and safe running of the pool. 
• Assist with setting up and clearing away at the end of each session
• Administers first aid in the event of injury, rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, and administers CPR and/or artificial respiration, if necessary.
• Evaluates conditions for safety and initiates aquatics emergency action plan as required.
• Inspects pool facilities, equipment, and water to ensure that they are safe and usable.
• Supervises and assists in cleaning the pool and related facilities and equipment.

How to Apply

Please see the full job description, and apply via our website directly via the following link below: https://www.bst.ac.jp/community/working-at-bst/job-listings?hr=show-job%2F174160%26locale%3Den_US

Closing date for applications: December 15th 2023

The British School in Tokyo welcomes applications from suitably skilled applicants from all backgrounds.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check or International Child Protection Check, and provision of satisfactory background checks for at least the past 5 years.

Further information about the school is available on the School’s website www.bst.ac.jp 

Please note this is a local-hire contract and overseas-hire benefits such as relocation support are not applicable.