Lead Swimming Teacher

TN United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading leisure company as a Lead Swimming Teacher in Newcastle upon Tyne. You will develop swimming skills in customers and mentor a team of teachers, ensuring safety and compliance during lessons. Enjoy career progression and various benefits.

Benefits

Industry-leading pay rates

Discounts across thousands of retailers

Comprehensive pension scheme

Discounted spa treatments

Ride to work scheme

Free eye tests

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching swimming and leading a team.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and consistent swimming lessons.
• Lead and motivate a team of teachers.
• Monitor pupil attendance and progress.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teaching

Child Protection

Education

STA Certificate level

Swim England Level 2

National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers & Coaches

Job description

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Lead Swimming Teacher, Newcastle upon Tyne

Client:

GLL

Location:

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

GLL is currently looking for Lead Swimming Teachers based at Gosforth Leisure Centre. Join us as a Lead Swimming Teacher and play a key role in developing both our customers' swimming skills and the skills of your team of teachers. This is your chance to deliver safe, consistent swimming lessons that give people real confidence in the water – an invaluable life skill.

As an experienced swimming teacher, you’ll thrive on supporting people to achieve their potential, taking into account their nature and needs. A Lead Swimming Teacher will draw on their knowledge of practices, progression, and teaching points, applying it effectively while supporting and guiding your team of teachers. There will be some administration involved, but most of your time will be spent teaching and leading your team to success.

We’re looking for Lead Swimming Teachers who are approachable, friendly, and patient to build trust, motivate pupils, and encourage with praise. You’ll need to be STA Certificate level or Swim England Level 2 qualified, and ideally have the National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers & Coaches. Knowledge of health, safety, relevant legislation, and Child Protection Policy is essential.

What you will do:

1. Maintain a positive image of the Centre by providing a welcoming, helpful, and professional poolside service.
2. Ensure the safety and control of pupils during lessons and compliance with relevant regulations.
3. Follow the Safeguarding Policy & Behaviour Policy within the Swim School.
4. Lead and motivate a team of teachers to deliver lessons consistently.
5. Coordinate and oversee team teaching, including managing registers, grouping swimmers, and ratios.
6. Mentor and develop team members, providing constructive feedback. Attend meetings and training.
7. Monitor pupil attendance and progress, updating records to support achievement of awards.
8. Assist with enrolments as required.
9. Encourage pupils to enroll in further courses.

As a leader in the leisure industry, we offer career progression and variety.

In return, you will get:

• Industry-leading pay rates
• Discounts across thousands of retailers (GLL Extras)
• A comprehensive pension scheme
• Discounts on Red Letter Days and Buy A Gift
• Discounted spa treatments and products
• Ride to work scheme
• Free eye tests and discounted glasses
• Opportunities to join the GLL Society and social events
• Exclusive discounts on villas in Portugal and ski chalets in Bulgaria
• Health assurance
• Career development and training opportunities