Poolside Attendant

At Talbot Heath, we believe that nothing is beyond reach. We are an extraordinary school where girls are empowered to be curious, compassionate, and courageous, embodying our motto: Curious Minds, Generous Hearts, Adventurous Spirits. From the age of two, our girls begin a transformative journey that nurtures their integrity, compassion, and ambition - values rooted in our founder’s vision of Honour before Honours.

Our unique, girls-only environment allows young women to thrive, free from societal constraints, fostering an atmosphere where intellectual curiosity, emotional well-being, and personal growth are cultivated. With a reputation for innovative thinking and an interdisciplinary curriculum, Talbot Heath encourages girls to explore creativity and deep thinking in an exciting and different way of learning.

We are now seeking a dedicated and proactive Poolside Attendant to join our team on a casual contract, primarily supporting our staff Sunday swimming sessions, which run from 2.00 pm to 4.30 pm. The successful candidate will help ensure the safe and smooth running of these sessions, providing a welcoming and supportive environment for staff using the School’s swimming facilities. Duties will include monitoring the pool area, supporting pool users, maintaining cleanliness and safety standards, and ensuring the pool and surrounding facilities are secure and well presented. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive School environment and play an important role in providing a safe and enjoyable swimming experience for our staff.

About Talbot Heath:

● A leading independent school in Dorset, offering girls aged 2–18 an outstanding education.

● Beautiful woodland campus located close to Dorset’s stunning coastline.

● Selective school with excellent academic results at both GCSE and A Level.

● Renowned for its strong pastoral care system where the well-being and happiness of each student is paramount.

Position: Casual Contract working to swimming pool rota

Start Date: Immediately Application Deadline: Ongoing

Further details can be found in the Job Description. The hourly rate for this role is £12.71 per hour.

For further information contact Andrea Pittam, HR Manager at [email protected] 01202 761881

At Talbot Heath, every girl is encouraged to embrace her strengths, challenge herself, and become a confident and compassionate global citizen. Join us and help shape the future of our girls!

Talbot Heath School is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK. This evidence most be produced at the interview stage of the process.

Talbot Heath School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and has an Equal Opportunity Policy. The successful applicant will require an Enhanced DBS check.

This position will involve regular contact with children and therefore is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exemptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. It is an offence to apply for this role if barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Talbot Heath is a registered charity (number 283708) existing to provide high quality education for children.

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person