16.25 Hour Part-time Swimming Instructors (FSLT00660) - FSLT00660

Medirest Signature; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a part-time swimming instructor to deliver engaging swimming lessons to children and adults. Candidates must possess a Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics and a commitment to further qualifications. Responsibilities include assessing swimmer progress and adhering to health and safety guidelines. This role promises a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Commitment to qualify to UKCC Level 2 Teacher of Aquatics or equivalent.
• Understanding of child protection policies.
• Ability to work with swimmers of all abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver swimming lessons to children and adults.
• Utilise assessment methods to track progress.
• Promote swimming programmes and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Effective communication

Mentoring

Adaptability

Enthusiasm

Health and Safety understanding

Education

Minimum Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics

First Aid Qualification

Child Protection Training

Job description

Job Description

CONTRACT TYPE: Part-Time 16.25 Hours

CLOSING DATE: Sunday 22nd June 2025

Interview Date: Monday 7th July 2025

To lead and deliver learn to swim sessions to the agreed standard as outlined by Scottish Swimming (SASA, the sports governing body) and the National Framework for Swimming. Where appropriate, adapt lessons in response to business, individual and group needs. Before confirming appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme.

Requirements

• Minimum Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics with a commitment to qualify to UKCC Level 2 Teacher of Aquatics / ASA, Full Teacher of Swimming or equivalent within an agreed timescale.
• Applications will be accepted from candidates who have undertaken the new SSTQ (Scottish Swimming Teacher Qualification)
• First Aid Qualification
• Child Protection Training
• Placement on the salary scale will be dependent on qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver fun and innovative swimming lessons to children and adults of all abilities, in line with the Scottish Swimming (SASA) Learn to Swim programme.
• Utilise continuous assessment methods to observe, analyse and record progress of swimmers through the Learn to Swim Programme, in line with the LTAD (Long term athlete development) Swimmer Pathway.
• Promote the Fife Sports and Leisure Trust (FSLT) Learn to Swim programme and provide information of alternative products and services.
• Undertake Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and appropriate additional training in accordance with FSLT employee development scheme.
• Operate in accordance with FSLT guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Observe operational and health and safety procedures to ensure appropriate management of vulnerable groups.

The Individual

• Delivery of swimming lessons to children and adults using the Scottish Swimming Learn to Swim Programme or equivalent.
• Working with swimmers of all abilities from complete beginners to stroke development level.
• Liaising with parents of swimmers.
• Ability to group swimmers according to ability.
• Effective communication with swimmers (children and adults), parents and team members.
• Understanding of Health and Safety when delivering swimming lessons.
• Ability to mentor UKCC Level 1 Teacher of Aquatics / Assistant Swimming Teachers.
• Enthusiasm, confidence, motivation, and the ability to inspire participants.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Outgoing and confident, with the ability to listen, adapt, and react quickly and positively.
• Punctuality.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.