Aquatics Programme Coordinator

The University of Nottingham; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Nottingham is seeking an Aquatics Programme Coordinator (Part Time) to enhance its Learn to Swim programme. The role requires teaching swimming lessons to diverse age groups, and supporting programme coordination tasks. Ideal candidates should possess a SEQ Level 2 swim teacher qualification. Along with competitive pay, the role offers a supportive atmosphere with opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Staff discounts

Access to fitness facilities

Qualifications

• Previous experience teaching swim lessons is essential.
• Understanding of swim program procedures is vital.
• Relevant training in software programs will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Teach swimming to varied age groups for 50% of working hours.
• Support in coordinating the Aquatics programme.
• Respond to customer enquiries and manage enrolments.

Skills

Teaching swimming lessons

Customer communication

Coordination

Education

SEQ Level 2 swim teacher qualification or equivalent

Job description

Aquatics Programme Coordinator (Part Time)

David Ross Sports Village

Location: University Park

Salary: £24,727 to £27,720 per annum pro-rata depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.

Closing Date: 04/02/2026

Reference: REG245325

Are you passionate about teaching babies, children and adults to swim? Are you looking for a new opportunity to contribute towards the development of a Learn to Swim programme? The University of Nottingham has 2 new part‑time positions available to support with the delivery and administration of the Aquatics programme, focused around the Learn to Swim programme.

Our Learn to Swim programme is available for all ages and abilities from 6 weeks to adults; delivering group lessons for Early years, Juniors and Adults, 1‑2‑1/Private Bubble lessons and a School Holiday programme.

Roles and responsibilities will include providing first‑class standard of teaching, teaching for a minimum of 50% of your hours per week to a range of ages and abilities; supporting the Aquatics Officer in co‑ordinating high‑quality and diverse programme including tasks such as arranging staffing for the delivery of the lessons, monitoring the movements, numbers and assessments of the swimmers, co‑ordinating the enrolment of current and new customers onto the programme, working with swim lesson software systems, responding to customer enquiries, supporting with the training and development of the Swim teachers team and Front of House team and providing customer communication updates and promotions.

Previous experience of teaching swimming lessons and an understanding of the swim programme procedures is essential, enrolments and customer communication is essential. SEQ Level 2 swim teacher qualification or equivalent is required. Relevant training in relation to computer software programmes, teaching Early years lessons and National Pool Lifeguard Qualification and or National Rescue Swim Teacher and Coaches qualification will be provided to the role holder.

Positions

This are 2 permanent, part time positions – Position 1 is 18 hours and position 2 is 18.25hrs per week, which will include evenings and weekends. There are 2 part time roles available so there is the option to swap days of work if the other part time person is interested. Flexibility with working hours required; option to swap Saturday or Sunday shift with other part time person on flexible basis if both are agreeable. The programme runs 44 weeks of the year so there will be opportunity during children’s school holiday periods to swap your weekend shift for a day during the week if you wish.

There will also be the opportunity to set up a casual Level 2 Swim teachers’ contract to have the flexibility to pick up extra cover teaching hours or a regular teaching slot if interested. Hourly rate of pay £16.46 per hour plus Holiday pay. Extra teaching hours available during the children’s school holiday periods.

What we offer

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
• Generous holiday entitlement of 27 days (pro rata for part time role) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.
• We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities.
• Focused training to develop your Swim teaching skills and knowledge.
• You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website.

Schedule – Post 1

• Working hours – 18hrs per week
• Mondays 13:15‑19:45
• Thursday 12:45‑19:15
• Sundays 8:00‑14:30
• Teaching hours per week: Mondays 15:30‑19:30, Thursdays 16:00‑19:00, available to step in and cover on Sundays

Schedule – Post 2

• Working hours – 18.25hrs per week
• Tuesdays 13:30‑20:15
• Fridays 9:00‑15:30
• Saturdays 8:00‑14:30
• Teaching hours per week: Tuesdays 16:00‑20:00, Fridays 9:00‑12:00, available to step in and cover on Saturdays

What next

Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.

This position will be based at the David Ross Sports Village. Informal enquiries may be addressed to Jo Brown, email [e-mail]. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Interviews will be in two parts: a practical assessment delivering lessons and interview with panel.

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