Swimming Assistant

University of York; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in York is seeking a committed and enthusiastic individual to assist in delivering the 'Learn to Swim' programme. This role involves welcoming participants and aiding instructors in teaching swimming to various abilities. The position offers £13.09 per hour with hours on Monday, Thursday, and Friday. Benefits include annual leave, discounts at on-campus services, and access to sports facilities.

Benefits

38 annual leave days, pro-rata

Discounts at on-campus catering outlets

Access to sports facilities

Discounted rates on local retailers

Qualifications

• Commitment to working within a team environment.
• Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming pupils and parents to swimming lessons.
• Assist instructors in teaching swimming.

Skills

Ability to work on your own initiative

Adaptability to different workplace scenarios

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a committed, enthusiastic and determined person to join us and assist in the successful delivery of the York Sport ‘Learn to Swim’ programme.

York Sport’s mission is to inspire everyone to embrace active lifestyles, exercise and take part in sport and to offer the widest range of first class sport, health and fitness facilities, services and programmes in the city. We encourage everyone of all abilities to enjoy sport, with a huge range of pay-as-you-go and membership options to suit everyone. We have over 39 acres of sports fields and a range of indoor facilities to support a variety of sports, clubs and teams.

Role responsibilities

• Welcoming pupils and parents to their swimming lessons, providing an excellent service at all times.
• Assist Swimming Instructors to teach swimming to participants of various abilities.

Requirements

• Ability to work on your own initiative and a commitment to working within a team where you will need to constantly adapt to different workplace scenarios.
• Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Details

The rate of pay is £13.09 per hour. The role is Monday, Thursday and Friday 16:00-19:15 (9.75 hours a week)

Why Should You Apply?

• We offer 38 annual leave days, includes the public and bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Car parking on premises is available and subject to competitive monthly fees
• We provide 10% discount at on-campus catering outlets and Nisa retail shops (T&Cs apply)
• We offer discounted postage services (National and International)
• We provide concession rates to use York winning sports facilities, York Sports Village and York Sports Centre
• We offer Competitive rates at Campus Nursery and Cycle to Work Schemes
• We offer discounted rates on local retailers and services that are exclusive to YCL

Take a look at See YCL's Career webpages to find out more about YCL, what we do and what we offer.

Anticipated interview date: 14 October 2025

Appointment of the successful candidate will be conditional on a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

York Commercial Ltd. (YCL) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the University of York. The Head Office is situated at the University of York, Heslington, York, YO10 5DD. The successful candidate will be appointed on YCL terms and conditions of employment.