Why become a beach lifeguard?
If you’re looking for a rewarding, active role by the coast, beach lifeguarding could be the perfect fit. To get started, you can complete the RLSS UK National Vocational Beach Lifeguard Qualification (NVBLQ), your gateway to becoming qualified.
What makes it so great?
🌊 Work by the sea
🚑 Learn to save lives and gain vital First Aid skills
👥 Join an amazing team and work alongside supportive, like-minded people
💪 Stay fit and active in an outdoor, physical role
Follow the link to find out more about beach lifeguarding and how to find an NVBLQ course near you: .uk/Blog/reasons-why-being-a-beach-lifeguard-is-the-best-summer-job
The main theme of Mental Health Awareness Week 2026 is ‘Action’
Taking action, both to support others and care for ourselves, is key to good mental health. The MHF identifies several things we can do to achieve good mental health, including consistent action which leads to regular habits, connecting with others, and living a healthy lifestyle.
Volunteering is a powerful way to do this. It strengthens connections, encourages activity, can boost your mood and self-esteem as well as those of the people you help.
So, whether it's volunteering to help a relative with their weekly shop, getting more involved in your local community initiatives, or giving your time to support a charity, remember that taking action to help others can also help us feel happier and healthier, too.
Learn how to take action for your mental health: .uk/our-work/public-engagement/mental-health-awareness-week/take-action-good-mental-health
Read how community benefits your mental health: .uk/our-work/public-engagement/mental-health-awareness-week/how-community-benefits-your-mental-health
Consider volunteering with RLSS UK: .uk/volunteering
Take a moment to consider garden water safety this spring. 💧
✅ Supervise children at all times
✅ After use, cover it
✅ Fence it, gate it or grill it
✅ Empty it or turn it over
Small actions can help keep young children and families safe.
Discover how to make your garden safer today: .uk/splash-safely-at-home
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For Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re highlighting the positive impact water can have on our mental wellbeing. Time spent in, on, or around water, including swimming and lifesaving sport, can support both physical and emotional health, helping to reduce stress and improve mood.
Whether you’re taking part in water sports or simply enjoying the water, these experiences can build confidence and give you space to reset. They can also foster a sense of community, encourage connection and help people feel less isolated.
Taking time to stay active and support one another around water can contribute to a healthier, more positive mindset.
Always use water safely and be aware of the dangers before you take a dip. Read our water safety advice: .uk/water-safety-advice
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Even small amounts of water can pose a serious risk to young children. Take just 5 minutes today to talk to your children about water safety to help keep everyone safe all spring and summer. 💙
Our FREE downloadable, age‑appropriate resources make learning about water safety fun and interactive for children.
Explore now:
.uk/splash-safely-at-home-downloadable-resources
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There’s one month to go until Drowning Prevention Week 2026! 🛟
Download the NEW Drowning Prevention Week resources and use them to educate your children, customers, and community about the Water Safety Code and water safety.
At RLSS UK, we’re working to help everyone enjoy water safely, and with your support, we can save lives. 💙
Get prepared for #DrowningPreventionWeek (13–20 June 2026) by downloading your resources today.
👉 Get your FREE resources here: .uk/forms/dpw-2026-resources
For Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re highlighting the emotional impact of rescue work.
Lifeguards regularly face challenging and distressing situations in the line of duty, and supporting their mental health is just as important as their physical safety. That’s why our Lifeguard membership provides access to counselling should a lifeguard be involved in an incident and need support.
Repeated exposure to high-stress environments can affect even the most resilient people. That’s why checking in, speaking up, and supporting one another matter, and why we’re committed to creating a culture where conversations about wellbeing are encouraged.
We’re proud to work alongside our strategic partner, Papyrus, which provides vital support and resources for those struggling with their mental health. Papyrus offers confidential advice and support for young people experiencing thoughts of suicide, and for anyone worried about a young person, through HOPELINEUK.
Find out more about Papyrus: .uk/papyrus-suicide-charity
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Back from university for the summer?
If you’re a qualified lifeguard (or training soon), there are plenty of summer opportunities available, from poolside roles to beach and open water lifeguarding.
Secure your summer role now and enjoy staying active while gaining valuable experience during your break.
Start your search today:
🔎 RLSS UK Job Finder: .uk/rlss-uk-job-finder
🌍 Explore external vacancies with organisations such as Haven, Center Parcs, Camp America and RNLI: .uk/pages/category/external-jobs
59% of parents using a hot tub don’t replace the cover immediately after use. An uncovered hot tub can create a serious drowning risk for young children.
Replace the cover immediately - every time.
Check you are following our garden water safety advice: .uk/splash-safely-at-home
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Source: RLSS UK consumer survey of parents of children under five years from across the UK (September 2024).
We're working with Met Office to get you #WeatherReady for summer.
If you’re heading for a swim in open water this weekend, here are a few tips to help keep you safe:
✅ Check the tides before you go
✅ Choose a lifeguarded venue
✅ Wear the right kit to stay warm and visible
Discover more open water safety tips:
🌊.uk/open-water-safety-tips
🌊/warnings-and-advice/seasonal-advice/travel/out-and-about/open-water-swimming
A simple barrier can make a big difference. 💙
Gates, fencing, and grills around water features help prevent unsupervised access and can protect young children from harm. Always combine physical barriers with close supervision.
Get expert water safety advice for families:
.uk/splash-safely-at-home
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After recent rain, remember to empty and turn over garden water containers.
Water butts, troughs, and barrels can be dangerous for young children; a risk that’s often overlooked.
Children can drown in as little as 5cm (2 inches) of water - enough to cover a child’s mouth and nose.
Small changes can save a life. 💙
Find more family garden water safety advice at:
.uk/splash-safely-at-home
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