Swim Teacher / Swimming Instructor

AWD online; Hedge End; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leisure company in Hedge End is looking for a qualified Swim Teacher / Swimming Instructor. You will deliver engaging swimming lessons to children and adults, ensuring safety and progress while promoting a positive atmosphere. Ideal candidates will have qualifications in Teaching Swimming and experience with all age groups. This part-time position offers flexible hours and the chance to work within a friendly team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience teaching swimming to a range of ages and abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and health and safety practices within a leisure environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach swimmers of all ages and abilities following the learn to swim programme.
• Maintain a safe swimming environment at all times.
• Motivate and support participants to achieve their swimming goals.
• Assess swimmer development and provide constructive feedback.
• Set up and maintain swimming aids and teaching resources.
• Uphold high standards of professionalism and behaviour.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of safeguarding and health and safety practices

Friendly, patient and approachable attitude

Flexible and reliable with good time management skills

Education

Qualified to SEQ Level 1 or Level 2 in Teaching Swimming

Job description

Swim Teacher / Swimming Instructor - Casual

An exciting opportunity for a qualified Swim Teacher / Swimming Instructor to deliver fun, safe and engaging swimming lessons as part of a well-established learn to swim programme.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Swim Coach, Aquatics Teacher, Lifeguard, Sports Instructor, Leisure Assistant.

Job Details

• Salary: £17.00 per hour (SEQ Level 1 Teaching Swimming or STA Award including holiday renumeration) OR £21.00 per hour (SEQ Level 2 Teaching Swimming or STA Award including holiday renumeration)
• Location: Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire (SO30)
• Job Type: Part-Time, Casual
• Casual Shifts: Wednesday 4:00pm – 6:00pm; Friday 3:45pm – 6:45pm; Saturday 9:00am – 12:00pm

Job Overview

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Swimming Instructor to support the delivery of a structured and enjoyable learn to swim programme. As a Swimming Instructor you will teach children and adults of all abilities, helping them build water confidence and improve their swimming techniques in a supportive environment. The Swimming Instructor will work within a friendly and professional leisure team, committed to providing high-quality swimming lessons for the community. The leisure centre is conveniently located close to public transport links and major roads.

Duties

• Deliver Engaging Lessons: Teach swimmers of all ages and abilities following the learn to swim programme
• Ensure Safety: Maintain a safe swimming environment at all times, adhering to safeguarding and health and safety policies
• Provide Encouragement: Motivate and support participants to achieve their swimming goals
• Monitor Progress: Assess swimmer development and provide constructive feedback to learners and parents
• Prepare Equipment: Set up and maintain swimming aids and teaching resources before and after sessions
• Promote Good Practice: Uphold high standards of professionalism and behaviour within the pool environment

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified to SEQ Level 1 or Level 2 in Teaching Swimming (or STA equivalent)
• Previous experience teaching swimming to a range of ages and abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of safeguarding and health and safety practices within a leisure environment
• Friendly, patient and approachable attitude
• Flexible and reliable with good time management skills

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Job Ref: AWDO-T14087