Swimming Teacher

1Life Management Solutions Ltd; Great Dunmow; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

1Life Management Solutions Ltd in Great Dunmow is seeking a dedicated Swimming Teacher to deliver group and individual lessons as part of the Learn to Swim programme. You will follow Swim England frameworks, conduct regular assessments, and ensure high standards and safe practice.

The role requires SEQ Level 1 and Level 2 qualifications (or equivalents), plus NPLQ/NRASTC, and adherence to health and safety protocols. DBS clearance is required for the position.

Qualifications

• Must hold SEQ Level 1 Swimming Assistant (Teaching) qualification.
• SEQ Level 2 Swimming Teacher Qualification or equivalent required.
• NPLQ or NRASTC must be held.

Responsibilities

• Deliver group and one-to-one swimming lessons to a range of ages and abilities as part of Learn to Swim Programme.
• Deliver at least one crash course during the year.
• Maintain high quality lessons in line with company standards and schemes of work.
• Deliver internal water safety competencies as prescribed by the company.

Skills

Communication with children and adults

Education

SEQ Level 1 Swimming Assistant (Teaching)

SEQ Level 2 Swimming Teacher Qualification or equivalent

NPLQ or NRASTC

Job description

Swimming Teacher | Great Dunmow

ABOUT US

1Life is a forward thinking lifestyle and management solutions company that engages with people in local communities to enhance lives through health and wellbeing, physical activity, learning and the arts.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Primary objective for the Swimming Teacher will be:

• To deliver group and one to one lessons to a variety of ages and abilities as part of our Learn to Swim Programme, following the Swim England's Learn to Swim Framework.
• To deliver at least 1 crash course during the year within our Learn to Swim Programme.
• To deliver high quality lessons inline with the companies expected standards and schemes of work
• To deliver the companies internal water safety competencies "Swim Safer, Smarter, Stronger"
• To deliver both in and out of the water, providing explanations and demonstrating appropriate swimming techniques for skill level.
• To carry out continued assessments and update the child's progression via the tablet after each lesson.
• To adhere to all health and safety protocols as stipulated in the company's policies and procedures.
• Must hold a NRASTC qualification and lifeguard own sessions when subject to local NOP/EAP.
• To continue your professional development through various CPDs hosted by the company.
• To maximise the retention of swim school participants through quality standards, motivation and customer care.
• To ensure strong communication links between yourself, swim manager, reception and duty management.
• You will be passionate about always looking for ways to improve our swim lesson programme and better our service to swimmers and customers

Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills

• SEQ Level 1 Swimming Assistant (Teaching) qualification.
• SEQ Level 2 Swimming Teacher Qualification or equivalent.
• NPLQ or NRASTC

Personal

Among the personal characteristics sought the applicant:

• Will be able to communicate well with both children and adults in a teaching setting.
• Will be able to gain acceptance and respect from colleagues and customers.
• Will be able to build strong relationships with customers, colleagues and teachers.
• Will be able to meet the demands of the role by having some flexibility in their working hours when required.

DBS

The position of Swimming Teacher is classed as a regulated post and therefore requires a DBS Disclosure. It will be necessary for the post holder to be submitted for a DBS check.