18.5 Hour Temporary Part-time Swimming Instructor (FSLT00681) - FSLT00681

Fife Sports and Leisure Trust; Cowdenbeath; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Le Fife Sports and Leisure Trust recherche un Instructeur de Natation à Temps Partiel pour un remplacement temporaire, qui dirigera des cours selon les normes de Scottish Swimming. Les candidats doivent avoir une qualification minimum de niveau 1 et être prêts à améliorer leur niveau. Le poste exige également une excellente communication et capacité à travailler avec des groupes divers.

Qualifications

• Certificat minimum de niveau 1 pour l'enseignement des activités aquatiques.
• Engagement à obtenir le niveau 2 d'enseignement aquatique.
• Expérience dans l'animation de cours de natation.

Responsibilities

• Animer des cours de natation engageants pour tous les niveaux.
• Utiliser des méthodes d'évaluation pour suivre les progrès.
• Promouvoir le programme d'apprentissage de la natation.

Skills

Communication

Enseignement

Adaptabilité

Education

Minimum Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics

Scottish Swimming Teacher Qualification (SSTQ)

First Aid Qualification

Child Protection Training

Job description

Job Description

Temporary Part-Time Swimming Instructor (Maternity Cover) for a period of up to 1 year. 18.5 Hours. CLOSING DATE: Sunday 20th July 2025. Interview Date: TBC.

To lead and deliver learn-to-swim sessions to the standard outlined by Scottish Swimming (SASA) and the National Framework for Swimming. Adapt lessons as needed for individual and group needs. Before appointment, you must obtain PVG scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and join 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 accepted from candidates with:

• Scottish Swimming Teacher Qualification (SSTQ)
• First Aid Qualification
• Child Protection Training

Placement on the salary scale depends on qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities

Deliver engaging swimming lessons to children and adults of all abilities, following the Scottish Swimming (SASA) Learn to Swim programme. Use assessment methods to monitor and record swimmer progress. Promote the Fife Sports and Leisure Trust (FSLT) Learn to Swim programme and inform about other products and services. Participate in Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and additional training. Follow FSLT guidelines, policies, and health and safety procedures, especially when working with vulnerable groups.

The Individual

Experience in delivering swimming lessons to diverse groups, including beginners and stroke development. Ability to liaise with parents, group swimmers by ability, and communicate effectively with all stakeholders. Demonstrate understanding of health and safety, and ability to mentor UKCC Level 1 Teachers or Assistant Teachers. Show enthusiasm, confidence, motivation, and excellent communication skills. Be outgoing, adaptable, punctual, and a team player.