swimming instructor

The Priory Federation Of Academies Trust; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 1,800 - 2,600; Part time

Job summary

The Priory City of Lincoln Academy is looking for a motivated Swimming Instructor to join our Junior Learn to Swim Programme in the Sports Centre. You will deliver Stage 4-7 lessons to improver swimmers aged 4–16 and monitor progress to build confidence in the water.

Level 1 or 2 Swimming Teaching qualifications are sought (NPLQ/NRASTC desirable). The role is on Wednesday evenings 4–6.30pm with potential relief work on other days and requires safeguarding DBS compliance.

Qualifications

• Level 1/2 Swimming Teaching qualification (NPLQ/NRASTC desirable).
• Experience with Junior Learn to Swim programmes welcomed.
• Ability to work in a team and promote water safety.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Stage 4-7 swimming lessons to improver swimmers.
• Monitor progress and manage class progression.
• Promote water safety and confidence in the water.

Education

Level 1/2 Swimming Teaching qualification

Job description

Swimming Instructor - 2.5 hours

CAPTION:

• Company: Teaching Vacancies
• Salary: Not specified
• Hours: Part-time
• Location: Lincoln, LN5 8RE
• Job type: Permanent
• Posting date: 9 Oct 2026
• Closing date: 25 Oct 2026

Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

Do you hold a Level 1 or 2 Swimming Teaching qualification (NPLQ/NRASTC is desirable)? The Priory City of Lincoln Academy would like to hear from you! An exciting opportunity has come available for a motivated and passionate Swimming Instructor to join our Junior Learn to Swim Programme within the Sports Centre.

The role would require working on a Wednesday evening 4-6.30pm (option to split hours between two Swimming Instructors) alongside other staff members of Junior Learn to Swim and the Sports Centre. There would be options for relief work on other days of Junior Learn to Swim alongside relief work for Primary School swimming lessons during the day.

We would be pleased to hear from applicants with Level 1 or 2 Swimming Teaching qualifications and those with a NPLQ/NRASTC.

Our Junior Learn to Swim programme supports children aged 4-16 years, with most current swimmers aged 6-11 years. As a swimming instructor you will deliver high-quality Stage 4-7 swimming lessons to improver swimmers, helping children develop confidence in the water, enhance their swimming technique, and achieve recognised badge awards. You will monitor progress, assess abilities, manage class progression, and promote a strong understanding of water safety.

At The Priory City of Lincoln Academy, we offer an exciting working environment with remarkable staff who are supported and valued; working together on a mission to ensure that every student has a positive school experience and can choose the life they want to live - achieving individual excellence together. We hope that you want to join us on our adventure.

Our Offer to the Team

• A culture in which we grow 'citizens of the world';
• State of the art learning environments with world class facilities;
• A wealth of professional learning opportunities;

The successful applicant will support specific needs in accordance with the requirements of students' individual SEN Profile / Educational Health Care Plan. They will be passionate about removing barriers and committed to working with colleagues to improve outcomes for learners. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to deliver learning activities to both individual students and small groups.

Candidates who possess outstanding interpersonal skills when working with young people, are at ease working in a team environment and IT literate are welcome to apply. Training will be provided as necessary.

What the school offers its staff

The Priory City of Lincoln is a member of The Priory Federation of Academies Trust, an established and supportive MAT. Our scale allows both flexibility and creativity in terms of career development, with permanent and secondment opportunities across our academies allowing exciting career pathways. We are determined in our mission to improve the life chances of our students, and we are equally committed to the wellbeing and development of our staff. All our support staff benefit from annual appraisals, access to CPD opportunities, our Trust Employee Benefits Programme and excellent support from our HR team.

The Priory Federation of Academies Trust is committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive environment for all. Our aim, embedded in the Trust Values, is to enrich our workforce at every level and we encourage applications from all under-represented groups.

The Priory Federation of Academies Trust strictly adheres to UK-GDPR regulations. In order to complete your application for this position you will be required to read and agree to the terms of our privacy statement. This will be available for you to read when you commence your application.

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The position is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Please note that applicants may be subject to online/social media presence checks.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date if we identify a suitable candidate.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): child care disqualification, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical, online and social media prohibition from teaching, right to work, satisfactory references, suitability to work with children. You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Do you hold a Level 1 or 2 Swimming Teaching qualification (NPLQ/NRASTC is desirable) The Priory City of Lincoln Academy would like to hear from you! An exciting opportunity has come available for a motivated and passionate Swimming Instructor to join our Junior Learn to Swim Programme within the Sports Centre The role would require working on a Wednesday evening 4-6.30pm (option to split hours between two Swimming Instructors) alongside other staff members of Junior Learn to Swim and the Sports Centre. There would be options for relief work on other days of Junior Learn to Swim alongside relief work for Primary School swimming lessons during the day. We would be pleased to hear from applicants with Level 1 or 2 Swimming Teaching qualifications and those with a NPLQ/NRASTC. Our Junior Learn to Swim programme supports children aged 4-16 years, with most current swimmers aged 6-11 years. As a swimming instructor you will deliver high-quality Stage 4-7 swimming lessons to improver swimmers, helping children develop confidence in the water, enhance their swimming technique, and achieve recognised badge awards. You will monitor progress, assess abilities, manage class progression, and promote a strong understanding of water safety., The successful applicant will support specific needs in accordance with the requirements of students individual SEN Profile / Educational Health Care Plan. They will be passionate about removing barriers and committed to working with colleagues to improve outcomes for learners. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to deliver learning activities to both individual students and small groups. Candidates who possess outstanding interpersonal skills when working with young people, are at ease working in a team environment and IT literate are welcome to apply. Training will be provided as necessary.

In return we offer our team members:

• A culture in which we grow 'citizens of the world';
• State of the art learning environments with world class facilities