Join Lifeguards

RNLI lifeguards are based on the beach and spot potential dangers before they develop, give appropriate safety advice to beach users, and respond immediately if anyone gets into difficulty to help save lives.

Additionally they help spread the educational message about safety at sea through activities such as visits to schools and clubs etc.

The RNLI is always keen to hear from people interested in becoming a lifeguard, especially if they are Jersey residents. As Simon Crayfourd, RNLI Lifeguard Manager, said at the launch of the RNLI lifeguard service in Jersey in May 2011;

"The RNLI has committed to working with volunteer groups in Jersey to create opportunities for local people who want to pursue a job as a lifeguard. Our hope in the long term is to ensure there are an adequate number of people developing lifesaving skills locally to sustain the lifeguard service."

Recruitment 

To view the available Lifeguard jobs in Jersey click here. 

Requirements

Being an RNLI lifeguard is both challenging and rewarding, no two days are the same.

We have a few criteria you'll need to meet to become an RNLI lifeguard, alternatively click here for full information on requirements and training:

• Hold a National Vocational Beach Lifeguard Qualification (NVBLQ) or equivalent or ILS Beach/Surf Lifeguard qualification or equivalent. You can find out if your beach/surf lifeguard qualification is recognised on the ILS website.
• Take a health assessment (including an eyesight test) to ensure you are physically up to the job. This applies even if you've worked as an RNLI lifeguard before.
• Complete a 400m pool swim in under 7½ minutes, the first 200m of which must be completed in under 3½ minutes.
• Complete a 25m pool swim underwater and a 25m surface swim consecutively in under 50 seconds.
• Complete a 200m beach run in under 40 seconds.
• Be focused, vigilant, proactive and professional, with excellent people and rescue skills.
• Be approachable, someone who enjoys meeting people and helping them stay safe.
• Be a team player, get on well with other people, communicate easily and follow direction when required to.
• Be over 16 and of school leaving age (with the permission of parent/guardian, if under 18).
• Be willing to provide a DBS check or national/international equivalent.