Swimming Teacher

Swim England; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Swimming Teachers to join their team at a renowned Sport and Wellness Centre. This part-time role involves delivering high-quality swimming lessons to participants of all ages, from babies to adults. The ideal candidates will be responsible for planning lessons, assessing pupils, and ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment. If you have the necessary qualifications and a commitment to excellence in teaching, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Must hold RLSS National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches.
• Teaching Swimming qualifications are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Swim England-accredited lessons.
• Ongoing assessment of all pupils and feedback to parents.
• Ensure safety and compliance with health and safety policies.

Skills

Water Safety

Teaching Swimming

Communication Skills

Education

RLSS National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC)

SEQ Level 2 Teaching Swimming Qualification

ASA Level 2 Award in Teaching Aquatics

Job description

Organisation: Chigwell School Contract Type: Self-Employed Qualifications: Water Safety: RLSS National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC) Teaching Swimming: SEQ Level 2 Teaching Swimming Qualification or ASA Level 2 Award in Teaching Aquatics (QCF) Working Hours: Part time Location: Chigwell Salary: £25 per hour Closing Date: 25th July 2025 23:59

Chigwell School in Essex is looking for Swimming Teachers to join our team at our Sport and Wellness Centre. The successful candidates will help to provide swimming lessons to a range of participants: Adult and Baby through to Adults and one-to-one lessons. A qualification in Adult and Child lessons is an advantage, but not essential.

Your responsibilities will be to:

• Plan and deliver Swim England-accredited lessons in line with the Swim England Learn to Swim Programme.
• Ongoingly assess all pupils.
• Plan and structure lessons in a way which are safe and appropriate to the needs and abilities of the participants.
• Ensure safe preparation, provision and storage of equipment.
• Manage, maintain and update registers and awards records.
• Liaise with the Swim School Manager, parents and/or pupils regarding progress and development, and provide feedback when requested.
• Report any incidents/issues to the Swim School Manager (and other members of operational staff at the Centre as appropriate).
• Ensure all swim activities are conducted in accordance with Safeguarding, Health & Safety and Child Protection policies as laid down by Chigwell School and Chigwell Sport & Wellness Centre.
• Be familiar with and abide by the Pool Safety Operating Procedures (PSOP) and Emergency Action Plan (EAP) at Chigwell Sport & Wellness Centre.
• Liaise with the Swim School Manager to arrange cover for any planned absence.
• Wear correct uniform whilst on poolside and other suitable clothing for ‘in water’ sessions.
• Undertake necessary training to maintain qualifications and attend additional training sessions as requested.
• Work as a team and attend team meetings if required.
• Ensure the highest possible standards of customer service are implemented for all users and visitors to the Centre.
• Carry out any other duty as requested by your Line Manager

How to apply

Please submit a CV along with your qualifications via the apply button and reference this advert in your application.

This vacancy may require the following qualifications:

• Water Safety: RLSS National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC)
• Teaching Swimming: SEQ Level 2 Teaching Swimming Qualification or ASA Level 2 Award in Teaching Aquatics (QCF)