Aquatics Programme Co-Ordinator

Wiltshire Career Site; Devizes; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Wiltshire Council is seeking a Swim Co-ordinator to lead a team of swimming instructors and coaches delivering Learn to Swim services for adults and children. You will emphasise safety, high quality coaching and effective supervision to grow participation and satisfaction in our community programme.

The role requires substantial teaching experience, a Swim England Level 2 qualification (or Level 1 willing to obtain Level 2) and a proactive approach to mentoring and developing staff.

Qualifications

• Qualified Swim England Level 2 Aquatics teacher or Level 1 willing to complete Level 2
• Substantial experience of teaching swimming
• Provide developmental feedback, coaching and mentoring to others
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Instructors and Coaches to deliver Learn to Swim services
• Aim to increase participation and membership numbers and improve customer satisfaction
• Generate increased income from the programme
• Organise and motivate staff, ensuring safety and quality of provision

Skills

Swim coaching

Team leadership

Mentoring

Safety awareness

Education

Swim England Level 2 qualification

Job description

Salary: £28,153 - £29,542 pro rata

Hours per week:12 hours

Interview date: Week commencing Monday 14th December 2026

Are you passionate about swimming and skilled at motivating others? Consider joining our dedicated Aqualetes Swim School, which provides swimming lessons to over 12,000 adults and children in Wiltshire and the surrounding areas. We are looking for skilled individuals to join our team to help grow our already thriving programme.

Our Swim Coordinators are a vital part of our team. They lead a team of Instructors and Coaches to provide excellent Learn to Swim services to young people and / or adults with an aim to increase participation, increase membership numbers, provide a high level of customer satisfaction, and help to generate increased income from the programme of activities.

As a qualified Swim England Level 2 Aquatics teacher or level 1 willing to complete a level 2 course, you’ll have substantial experience of teaching swimming. Putting your knowledge into practice by providing developmental feedback, coaching, and mentoring to others.

If you care about keeping kids and vulnerable adults safe, and you're good at organising and motivating others, we'd love to hear from you. Let's work together to inspire health and well-being in our community through swimming!

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits here.

Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer‑facing roles work entirely from their service location.

We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.

Contact details

Sarah Harryman, Centre Manager at [e-mail]

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Application criteria

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We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services.

Statement of commitment to equality and inclusion

Disability Confident Employer

Application process

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