Assistant Coach - (Swimming) (Various Posts) (Part-Time and Casual) - WDN06709

WD Leisure; Alexandria; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

25–35 days annual leave

Wellbeing support

Job summary

West Dunbartonshire Leisure is seeking enthusiastic Swimming Teachers to join the Learn to Swim programme on a part-time or casual basis. The role supports a growing range of programmes including Early Years, See My Ability, School Swimming, and Teen Swimming.

PVG membership or update check is essential, with opportunities to develop across multiple programme areas and a commitment to helping people of all ages build confidence in the water.

Qualifications

• PVG membership or update checks essential.
• Experience in Learn to Swim or children’s programmes a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver swimming lessons to a range of ages and abilities.
• Support the Learn to Swim programme growth and quality.

Skills

Teaching swimming

Safety awareness

Job description

Job Description

West Dunbartonshire Leisure is looking for enthusiastic Swimming Teachers to join our team on a part-time permanent or casual basis and support the continued growth of our high-quality Learn to Swim Programme.

We offer a wide range of opportunities for teachers to develop their skills and experience across various programme areas, including:

Early Years

See My Ability

School Swimming

Adult Swimming Lessons

Our expanding core Learn to Swim programme for children aged 3 to 12 years

In addition, we have recently launched an exciting Teen Swimming Programme, creating even more opportunities to engage and inspire swimmers at all stages of their journey.

Whether you are an experienced teacher or looking to broaden your expertise, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive team committed to helping people of all ages and abilities develop confidence and skills in the water.

Join us and make a real difference in your local community through swimming.

Requirements

This post is considered a Regulated Role with Children and Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2020 and as such membership with the PVG scheme is essential. Further details of this scheme can be found here .

Preferred applicants will be required to become members of the relevant PVG scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer being made by West Dunbartonshire Council.

Responsibilities

This post is considered a Regulated Role with Children Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2020 and as such membership with the PVG scheme is essential. Further details of this scheme can be found here .

Preferred applicants will be required to become members of the relevant PVG scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer being made by West Dunbartonshire Council.

The Individual

WDC was voted one of the top ten flexible employers and prides itself in providing flexible working to support work life balance. In addition to this there are also additional benefits:

• Access to the Local Government pension scheme (LGPS) with an employer's contribution of at least 19.3% and all associated benefits
• A minimum of 25 days annual leave, increasing a day each year up to 35 days as well as 8 fixed public holidays each year
• Access to employee wellbeing supports including occupational health & counselling if ever you need help and support