Part-time Swimming Instructors (FSLT00654)

Fife Sports and Leisure Trust; Cowdenbeath; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in sports and leisure is seeking a part-time swimming instructor to lead and deliver swimming lessons. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics and a commitment to further qualifications. Responsibilities include delivering engaging lessons, assessing swimmer progress, and adhering to health and safety protocols. This role offers a chance to inspire confidence in participants and work within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics required.
• Commitment to achieve UKCC Level 2 Teacher of Aquatics.
• First Aid Qualification and Child Protection Training necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver swimming lessons to children and adults of all abilities.
• Utilise assessment methods to track swimmer progress.
• Promote the Learn to Swim programme.

Skills

Communication

Enthusiasm

Adaptability

Education

Minimum Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics

Commitment to qualify to UKCC Level 2 Teacher of Aquatics

First Aid Qualification

Child Protection Training

Job description

Location: Cowdenbeath Leisure Centre Pit Road, KY4 9NN

Salary: £29,508 - £32,437 per year pro rata

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Part Time

Hours: 0 hours per week

Job Description

CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent Part-Time

Post 1: 18.5 hours,

Post 2: 10.5 hours per week

CLOSING DATE: Sunday 22nd June 2025

Interview Date: Monday 7th July 2025

To lead and deliver learn to swim sessions to the agreed standard as outlined by Scottish Swimming (SASA, the sports governing body) and the National Framework for Swimming. Adapt lessons as appropriate to meet business, individual, and group needs.

Before confirming appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme.

Requirements

Minimum Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics with a commitment to qualify to UKCC Level 2 Teacher of Aquatics / ASA, Full Teacher of Swimming or equivalent within an agreed timescale.

*Applications will be accepted from candidates who have undertaken the new SSTQ (Scottish Swimming Teacher Qualification).

First Aid Qualification

Child Protection Training

*Placement on the salary scale will depend on qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver fun and innovative swimming lessons to children and adults of all abilities, in line with the Scottish Swimming (SASA) Learn to Swim programme.
• Utilise continuous assessment methods to observe, analyse, and record progress of swimmers through the Learn to Swim Programme, in line with the LTAD (Long term athlete development) Swimmer Pathway.
• Promote the Fife Sports and Leisure Trust (FSLT) Learn to Swim programme and provide information on alternative products and services.
• Undertake Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and appropriate additional training in accordance with FSLT employee development scheme.
• Operate in accordance with FSLT guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Observe operational and health and safety procedures to ensure appropriate management of vulnerable groups.

The Individual

• Deliver swimming lessons to children and adults.
• Be familiar with the Scottish Swimming Learn to Swim Programme or equivalent.
• Work with swimmers of all abilities, from complete beginners to stroke development level.
• Liaise with parents of swimmers.
• Group swimmers according to ability.
• Communicate effectively with swimmers, parents, and team members.
• Understand and observe health and safety when delivering lessons.
• Mentor UKCC Level 1 Teachers of Aquatics / Assistant Swimming Teachers.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, inspire confidence, and motivate participants.
• Show excellent communication skills.
• Be enthusiastic, innovative, outgoing, and confident.
• Listen, adapt, and react quickly and positively.
• Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.