Man in serious condition after cliff jump and pool rescue in Bronte

A man in his 30's has been rescued from Bronte Pool after he jumped off a 6 metre cliff into the water just before 5.00pm today.

The man struck a pole during the jump and was found submerged and unconscious. CPR was performed prior to the arrival of NSW Ambulance.

A specialist medical team arrived by helicopter and sedated the patient prior to transportation to St Vincent's hospital.

The man is being assessed for a serious head injury.