Level 2 Swimming Teacher (10 hours)

Chorley Council & South Ribble Council; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established local council is seeking a dedicated Level 2 Swimming Teacher to join their team at Bamber Bridge Leisure Centre. This part-time role offers a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on the community by teaching swimming to children and adults alike. You will be responsible for creating engaging and structured lessons that help pupils build confidence and skills in the water. With ongoing training and development opportunities, this position is perfect for someone passionate about swimming and eager to support others in their journey. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and offers a range of benefits!

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Local Government pension

Healthcare Cash Plan

Free gym access

Volunteering days

Free parking

Car Allowance

Qualifications

• Passionate about teaching swimming to all ages.
• Experience in creating structured lessons for children.
• Ability to motivate and instruct pupils effectively.

Responsibilities

• Teach swimming lessons to groups of pupils.
• Support pupils in achieving their swimming potential.
• Maintain personal competency for NPLQ qualification.

Skills

Swimming Instruction

Child Engagement

Safety Awareness

Education

Level 2 Swimming Teacher Qualification

National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)

National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers & Coaches (NRASTC)

Job description

About The Role

Role: Level 2 Swimming Teacher (10 hours)

Location: Bamber Bridge Leisure Centre

Contract:Part Time (10 hours per week) / Permanent

Salary:£16.17 - £17.28 per hour *

Closing Date: 23May 2025

We are looking for a enthusiastic Swimming Teacher (casual) to expand our programme here at Bamber Bridge Leisure Centre. If you are passionate about swimming and have experience teaching children and providing structured sessions in a comfortable and supportive environment, then this is the opportunity for you.

Ideally, you will possess a Level 2 swimming teacher qualification, awarded by Swim England or the Swimming Teachers Association or equivalent (Level 1 award will be considered); National Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ). Candidates with a National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers & Coaches (NRASTC) will also be considered. For the right candidate, we will support you to attain the necessary qualifications required for the role.

Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS.

In the Swimming Teacher role, we will offer ongoing training and development opportunities, including support to ensure your personal competency is maintained for your NPLQ qualification via monthly training.

Who we’re looking for:

• You’ll be passionate about helping people of all ages learn to swim or become stronger, faster, or more confident when swimming.
• You will work with pupils in groups to motivate and instruct them during their lessons.
• You will thrive on supporting pupils to achieve their potential, drawing on your continual knowledge and experience of industry best practice whilst applying teaching skills in the most effective way.

Our Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Local Government pension
• Healthcare Cash Plan for cash back on health treatments
• Cashback website access for savings on brands you love
• Free gym access
• Volunteering days
• Free parking
• Car Allowance

Many of our colleagues work flexibly for us. We’re always open to conversations around different working arrangements. If you’re interested in part-time, compressed hours or any other working arrangement, please get in touch with us through the “Contact Us” form on our careers website.

About Us

At South Ribble Council, our mission is to provide a first-class service and improve the quality of life for our communities. Our staff are our greatest resource in helping us achieve this. They’re at the heart of everything we do and are crucial to the delivery of excellent services.

Additional information

Applicants are advised to apply early. We reserve the right to close a vacancy prior to the closing date.

* This role includes a market supplement.

Equal Opportunities

We believe that everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to the elimination of unfair and unlawful discrimination and prejudice in all our policies, procedures, and practices.

We’re committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible to everyone. This includes making adjustments for disabled people, neurodiverse people or people with long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process, please contact us via the "Contact Us" page on our website.

If you are disabled or your last employer was the armed forces, and you meet all the essential criteria of a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.