Swimming Assistant

Wiltshire Career Site; Malmesbury; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Wiltshire Council is seeking a Swimming Assistant to join the Aquatic team. You will work with the lead teacher to ensure safety and enjoyment during swimming activities, while holding or working towards a Level 1 swimming qualification and providing ongoing CPD.

The role supports a community-focused service with a hybrid working model; on-site presence is required, and safeguarding responsibilities are emphasised. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential to succeed.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 1 Swimming Qualification or be working towards it.
• Proof of continued professional development/CPD is required.
• Able to communicate clearly and stay organised in a busy pool environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the lead teacher to keep swimmers safe and engaged during sessions.
• Assist with supervision and safety during activities and ensure a positive experience for participants.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Education

Level 1 Swimming Qualification

Job description

Salary:£14.59 - £15.31 per hour(PPlus 10% unsocial hours for qualifying shifts)

Hours per week:0 hours

Interview date:To be confirmed following shortlisting

Rolling advert:We are continuously reviewing and interviewing applicants weekly for this job posting. We will stop accepting applications when sufficient applications have been received.

Are you passionate about swimming and skilled at motivating others? Consider joining our dedicated Aquatic team, who are committed to making our community healthier and reducing health differences.

Our Swimming Assistants are a vital part of our team. They work with the lead teacher to make sure everyone is safe and having fun during swimming activities.

You will need to hold a level one swimming qualification (or be working towards) and have proof of continued professional development.

If you care about keeping kids and vulnerable adults safe, and you're good at communicating and staying organised, we'd love to have you on our team. Let's work together to inspire health and well-being in our community through swimming!

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits here .

Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer facing roles work entirely from their service location.

We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.

Contact details

Marc Bowden, Centre Manager The Activity Zone at [e-mail]

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Application criteria

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We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services.

Statement of commitment to equality and inclusion

Disability Confident Employer

Application process

Wiltshire Council does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate details from recruitment agencies that are not appointed under a current, valid contract or approved supplier arrangement (including through our neutral vendor, Comensura).

Submission of unsolicited CVs or candidate details to the Council, whether directly or to individual employees, will not be considered as an introduction and will not create any obligation on the Council to pay any fees. If a candidate whose details have been submitted speculatively is subsequently appointed through a compliant route, no agency fee will be payable in respect of the unsolicited submission.

Agencies wishing to work with the Council must do so only via our approved procurement processes and neutral vendor arrangements.