Lead Swim Coach - Flexible Hours

South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

AVC scheme

Annual leave 33 days

Public holidays

Sick pay

Flexible working

Employee discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Physiotherapy

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture is seeking enthusiastic Lead Swim Teachers for our award-winning Swimming Development programme across nine pools in South Lanarkshire. The role supports high-quality lessons for diverse ages and abilities.

Applicants must hold a SSTQ or SQA Level 7 qualification and apply for PVG registration before starting. The position is fixed term until 31 March 2027 with varied shifts including weekday evenings and weekend mornings.

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold a SSTQ or SQA Level 7 qualification.
• Please submit your application when you have achieved your qualification.
• Overseas PVG or PVG Update checks may be required before an offer is made.

Responsibilities

• Set up / take down equipment where required.
• Ensure regular, relevant communication and feedback with customers/participants and colleagues in relation to all aspects of the programme.
• Plan session or block to be coached ensuring it is of the correct level and standard for the group it is to be delivered to and in line with activity goals.
• Prepare for and deliver sessions in accordance with Health and Safety guidelines and procedures including Risk Assessments.
• Deliver a fun, structured and progressive coaching session at the correct level and standard for the group, in-line with governing body guidelines.
• Assist the Swim Development management with staff development and the delivery and development of the programme.

Education

SSTQ or SQA Level 7 qualification

Job description

South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture is seeking enthusiastic Lead Swim Teachers for our award-winning Swimming Development programme across nine pools in South Lanarkshire. The role supports high-quality lessons for diverse ages and abilities.

Applicants must hold a SSTQ or SQA Level 7 qualification and apply for PVG registration before starting. The position is fixed term until 31 March 2027 with varied shifts including weekday evenings and weekend mornings.