Swimming Teacher

Ducklings and Dolphins; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Job summary

A local swimming instruction center in Leeds is seeking a qualified swim teacher to help individuals of all ages develop their swimming skills and confidence in water. The ideal candidate should have a Level 2 swim teachers qualification and be DBS checked. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, planning sessions, and motivating swimmers in a fun and engaging environment. A positive attitude and excellent communication skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 2 swim teacher qualification.
• DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe provision and correct use of all equipment.
• Make sure safety standards are followed and undertake risk assessments.
• Identify participants' abilities and encourage them to reach their potential.
• Plan and deliver swimming sessions appropriate to skill levels.
• Provide explanations and demonstrate swimming techniques.
• Create a positive and fun environment for all participants.

Skills

Enthusiastic and positive attitude towards swimming

Good communicator with children and adults

Ability to inspire confidence and motivate swimmers

Perseverance and patience

Ability to encourage and put people at ease

Understanding of differentiation in coaching

Education

Level 2 Swim teachers qualification

Enhanced DBS check

Job description

Job Details

Take part in 1 hour training session every 40 hours worked. Appropriate certificates: ASA Level 2 or equivalent (Required).

Additional Requirements: Enhanced DBS checked.

Pay: £20 per hour. Location: Bradford/Leeds.

To apply, please contact Shane Dudley on 07738657064.

Tasks

Job Description

Role: To help teach and coach people of all ages and abilities to develop swimming skills, technique and confidence in the water. We focus on technique-based but fun teaching with the philosophy of practice makes permanent.

Skills

• Enthusiastic and positive attitude towards swimming.
• Good communicator with children and adults.
• Ability to inspire confidence and motivate swimmers.
• Perseverance and patience.
• Ability to encourage people and put them at ease.
• Understanding of how to differentiate in a coaching session.

Knowledge

• Understanding of relevant policies and codes of practice.
• Basic understanding of child development.
• Working and caring for children and a wide range of barriers to learning, including any additional support and/or learning difficulties.

Main Duties

• Ensure safe provision of all equipment and ensure it is used correctly.
• Make sure safety standards are followed in sessions and undertake risk assessments.
• Identify participants’ abilities and encourage them to reach their full potential.
• Plan and deliver sessions appropriate to the level of swimmer; provide explanations and demonstrate swimming techniques; correct faults in swimming techniques and identify ways to improve performance.
• Be a positive role model, creating a positive and fun environment to motivate and encourage children and adults to participate in swimming.
• Set ground rules for each session.
• Evaluate sessions and give feedback; regularly assess each participant’s ability and progress and arrange for the award of the

Requirements

• Level 2 Swim teachers qualification.
• DBS.