Aquatic Impact Manager - Full Time

Freedom Leisure; Southampton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted staff membership

Incremental holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Company pension

Cycle-to-work scheme

Job summary

A leading charitable leisure trust is seeking an Aquatic Impact Manager to enhance their Learn to Swim programme in Southampton. The role involves driving teams, recruiting and inspiring swimming teachers, and executing local marketing strategies. Ideal candidates will have a background in leisure management, strong leadership qualities, and a passion for community engagement. Salary up to £40,000 per annum plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in swimming programme management and growth.
• Ability to inspire and influence team members.
• Tracks record of exceeding targets in a leisure context.

Responsibilities

• Drive local teams with strong leadership.
• Recruit and motivate swimming teachers.
• Lead local marketing campaigns to bring in learners.

Skills

Leadership

Marketing

Sales

Organizational skills

Customer engagement

Job description

At Freedom Leisure, a leading charitable leisure trust committed to improving lives through inclusive, welcoming facilities, we’re looking for an Aquatic Impact Manager to supercharge our Learn to Swim programme across key local authority partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Being proactive, on-site and driving local teams with strong leadership, accountability and energy
• Recruiting, training and motivating brilliant swimming teachers
• Driving growth in our swimming lessons by turning enquiries into happy swimmers
• Leading and delivering exciting local marketing and outreach campaigns to bring more learners through our doors
• Making sure our pools are buzzing with activity through smart use of pool space

Hours: 37 hours a week (flexibility required for evenings/weekends)

Requirements

• Knows their way around a Learn to Swim or leisure programme
• Has leadership sparkle – able to inspire, influence and drive results
• Is organised, ambitious and loves exceeding targets
• Loves combining marketing, sales and people skills to make things happen
• Is happy to travel between our partnerships and diving into local communities

Desirable skills & experience

• Proven track record in swimming programme management and growth, leisure management or related community sport development
• Strong marketing, sales and customer engagement skills
• Experience in workforce recruitment and training
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with ability to influence at all levels
• Highly organised, results-driven, with evidence of delivering against growth targets
• Willingness to travel across multiple partnerships
• Experience of working within a leisure operator or large-scale LTS programme
• Knowledge of Swim England frameworks and standards
• Understanding of community outreach and engagement strategies

Why you’ll love it

• The chance to shape a brand-new role with BIG impact
• Variety, travel and the chance to influence multiple partnerships
• Real job satisfaction knowing more children (and adults!) are learning to swim safely
• Potential to grow the role into something even bigger

Benefits

• My Staff Shop, our very own staff benefit scheme, gives employees access to a great range of benefits: discounts on cinema tickets, travel bookings, e‑vouchers, gift cards, leisure activities and day‑to‑day spending
• Discounted staff membership (including family members)
• Incremental holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential, independent and professional counselling
• Company pension
• Various insurance and savings schemes
• Financial advice
• Cycle‑to‑work and car leasing tax‑efficient schemes (salaried staff only, depending on earnings)
• Fully funded training and career progression opportunities

Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum + £2,000 car allowance

Closing Date: 31st October 2025

In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.

Freedom Leisure is proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.