Assistant Swimming Teacher - Grantham Meres Leisure Centre

LeisureSK; Grantham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in leisure and community engagement seeks an enthusiastic Assistant Swimming Teacher. This role is vital for delivering engaging swimming lessons that promote community wellbeing and accessibility to leisure facilities. You will support the Swim School and School Swimming programmes, ensuring high-quality teaching and maintaining safety standards. This position offers a developmental pathway towards Swim England qualifications, allowing you to grow your skills while making a positive impact in the community. If you're passionate about swimming and teaching, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Passionate about swimming and teaching.
• Ability to engage with pupils and ensure safety.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of Swim School and School Swimming programmes.
• Organise and evaluate lessons while ensuring customer safety.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Health and Safety Awareness

Education

Swim England Level 1 and 2 Teaching Qualifications

Tools

Swim England Learn to Swim Pathway

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Swimming Teacher

Location: Grantham Meres Leisure Centre

Hours & Pay: Various hours available, currently Thursday evening and Sunday morning. Rate of pay depends on experience.

Please ensure you complete all questions in the application, including full details of previous employment, referees with full names and contact numbers, and a statement on how your skills and experience match the role.

About South Kesteven District Council and LeisureSK

LeisureSK aims to achieve strategic objectives such as increasing accessibility to leisure facilities, connecting communities through outreach programs, reducing social isolation, promoting wellbeing, and supporting the future of council-owned leisure and cultural facilities. We seek enthusiastic, motivated individuals passionate about helping us meet these objectives.

Role Overview

As an Assistant Swimming Teacher, your key responsibilities include supporting the delivery of the Swim School and School Swimming programmes, which are vital for community engagement and the financial sustainability of our centres. You will assist in planning and delivering engaging lessons following our schemes of work and guidance from national governing bodies, including supporting pupils at lower stages.

This position is developmental, supporting your progression towards Swim England Level 1 and 2 Teaching Qualifications and NRASTC rescue qualification. As you develop, you will deliver crash courses with support and cover existing classes.

Additional Responsibilities

• Support routine checks, housekeeping, and customer safety during lessons.
• Interact warmly and professionally with customers, building trust and representing LeisureSK positively.
• Deliver high-quality teaching, maintaining standards in accordance with Swim School procedures.
• Organise, plan, execute, and evaluate lessons using the Swim England Learn to Swim Pathway.
• Keep accurate records of attendance and assessments.
• Ensure all activities are fun and promote a positive image of the Swim School.
• Support other swimming-related activities and pursue professional development.
• Identify pupils for advanced pathways.
• Maintain health and safety standards, understanding your responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act and Pool Safety Operating Procedures.