That time has arrived again. The Local Authorities are now recruiting for positions on the beaches throughout the country. We have posted a few valuable links on out 'Employment Page' and if you are seriously interested you need to get moving!! It is a big advantage to hold your National Beach Lifeguard Qualification.
- Firstly, you need to be making application to the Local Authority of your choice and indeed to a few others too, in case you don't get the one you want!! Most, if not all applications close around the end of March. Remember County Mayo comes highly recommended but then I am biased !!
- Secondly, you need to be training for the water assessments and I really mean training. The tests are carried out by IWS on behalf of the Local Authorities. Remember the emphasis is on fitness and speed and it is against the clock and all held in a pool. The Life Support is the same as is taught by Lifesavers RLSS so hopefully it should not pose a great difficulty. Then you have the 'physical contact' rescues. While we in Lifesavers RLSS puts emphasis on non-contact rescues and the use of professional rescue equipment, you will be required to demonstrate your 'physical contact' lifesaving skills in this discipline.
- Finally, if you get through all that you will be called for an interview by the Local Authority. Stress your professional training and discipline - that's what make you as a Lifesaver RLSS Beach Lifeguard special and different. All Local Authorities look for commitment and are impressed by appearance and presentation.
Good Luck !!
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