Level 2 Swimming Teacher

TES FE News; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious independent educational institution in Peterborough is seeking qualified Level 2 Swim Instructors to lead engaging swimming lessons for individuals of varying abilities. This role offers flexible hours, including part-time and weekend options, with an hourly rate of £21.04. The ideal candidates will be passionate about swimming and committed to creating a fun and safe learning environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Level 2 Swim Instructor.
• Passionate about swimming, eager to inspire others.
• Ability to deliver high-quality swimming lessons.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment and ensure safety provisions before each lesson.
• Deliver well-structured lessons in collaboration with the operations team.
• Help participants achieve their swimming awards.
• Ensure inclusive, positive experiences for all visitors.

Job description

Overview

Our Sports Centre is recruiting for qualified Level 2 Swim Instructors to lead on the delivery of swimming lessons to individuals of varying ability.

The Role

About

Are you passionate about swimming and eager to inspire others? Our dedicated team of instructors deliver an engaging swim programme for adults and children of all abilities. We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals to join us in creating a fun and safe learning environment. You will:

• Prepare equipment and ensure safety provisions before each lesson
• Deliver high-quality, well-structured lessons planned in collaboration with the operations team
• Help participants achieve their swimming awards
• Welcome every participant with a friendly attitude and ensure inclusive, positive experiences for all visitors

Role

Due to the flexible nature of the role, we can offer a range of shift patterns to help suit your lifestyle, family and other needs, including:

• Role 1: Variable hours, with the working week subject to change. Weekend availability required.
• Role 2: Part-time hours, with an agreed termly shift pattern. (example shift pattern: Monday – 16:00-18:00, 18:15-19:00; Wednesday – 16:00 – 18:30 and a weekend day 09:00-12:00).

Hourly rate: £21.04

Shift schedules can vary but are currently scheduled during Swim School opening hours which are currently weekday afternoon and evenings (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday) and weekend mornings.

For full details of the responsibilities and requirements for the role including the benefits on offer and an overview of the School, please see the Job Description.

The School and the Centre

Oundle and Laxton Junior Schools have long been associated with the very best of modern independent education, especially boarding. The Schools take seriously their responsibility to pupils so that they can emerge as decent, open-minded adults; ambitious about what they can go on to achieve and contribute. A team of around 800 staff, both academic and support, ensure an education of the highest standard is in place across the Schools with the efforts of the whole team focused on this fundamental aim.

As well as providing new and improved facilities for the School’s pupils, the new Sports Centre facility has been designed to allow increased access to local residents, sports clubs and Schools. After accommodating the educational and social demands of the pupils the School is eager to develop wider access to the Centre and encourages participation by local community in a range of Sports and Leisure activities organised and managed by the Centre’s staff.

Our state-of-the-art Sports Centre offers a wide range of classes, fitness facilities and activities on a commercial basis, as well as numerous courses, children’s holiday clubs and organised parties. Our facilities include a 50-metre swimming pool, an 8-court hall, a 70-station fitness suite, a dedicated dance studio and three further multipurpose studios.

To apply

If you are excited by this opportunity, please complete and return an application form and supplement to the application as soon as possible.

Please note that applications will be reviewed and shortlisted as they are received.

Please note CV submissions cannot be accepted.

Closing date: 29 September 2025.

Oundle School and Laxton Junior School are proud to be equal opportunity employers and we welcome applications from all. Both Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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