Swimming Teacher

Kings Camps; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading sports and activity day camp organization in London is seeking a Swim Teacher to deliver structured swimming sessions for children aged 5-17. Candidates must hold relevant swimming teacher certifications and have experience working with young people. The role emphasizes the safety and fun of swimmers, alongside team collaboration. Benefits include training opportunities and discounts for family.

Benefits

Funded residential opportunities

Employee Awards Programme

Up to 70% off Paediatric First Aid training

£30 reward voucher for referring a friend

Career development opportunities

Free Kings Camps uniform

Qualifications

• 12+ months of experience as a swim teacher.
• 6+ months experience working with 5–17-year-olds.
• Knowledge of conducting risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver safe, structured, active sessions to children aged 5-17.
• Adapt sessions for varying age and ability levels.
• Work closely with Lifeguards to manage risk assessments and water conditions.

Skills

Adaptability

Communication

Engagement with children

Teamwork

Education

SEQ Level 2 or STA Level 2 Swimming Teacher certification

Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) or NRASTC (desirable)

Job description

Overview

"Reporting to the Camp Manager and working alongside a like-minded team of ratio'd staff, swimming teachers are responsible for planning and delivering safe, structured, fun and active sessions to children aged between 5 and 17 in the school holidays. Swim Teachers need to be able to adapt for varying age and ability levels (children are grouped by age, typically 5-7, 8-10, 11-14, 15-17), focusing on developing water-confidence and basic stroke development. Our programme is all about getting children active so you'll be delivering structured, active games and fun activities rather than a learn to swim programme. Safety is our number one priority, and Swim Teachers work closely with Lifeguards to ensure preparation of areas and equipment, management of risk assessments, monitoring of water conditions, and management of incidents. Children and staff must adhere to the Kings Camps' Swimming Policy, the venue Normal Operating Procedure and Emergency Action Plan. Session times and pool availability will vary, but we typically run sessions between 9.30am - 3.30pm, Monday to Friday."

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver safe, structured, active sessions to children aged 5–17 in school holidays.
• Adapt sessions for varying age and ability levels; group by age (typically 5–7, 8–10, 11–14, 15–17).
• Focus on developing water confidence and basic stroke development within an active, games-based programme.
• Work closely with Lifeguards to prepare areas and equipment, manage risk assessments, monitor water conditions, and manage incidents.
• Ensure adherence to Kings Camps Swimming Policy, venue Normal Operating Procedure and Emergency Action Plan.
• Generally work with groups of mixed ability with a maximum of 16 children in the pool.
• Sessions typically last 30–45 minutes; programme operates 9:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday (times vary by pool availability).
• Supervise children during breaks, oversee safe use of equipment, and promptly record incidents.
• Implement behaviour management policies and uphold health and safety standards and procedures.

Qualifications

• SEQ Level 2 or STA Level 2 Swimming Teacher certification.
• 12+ months of experience as a swim teacher.
• 6+ months experience working with 5–17-year-olds.
• Desirable: current Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) or NRASTC; we require up-to-date certification.
• A collaborative attitude, comfortable with rotating duties and forming positive relationships with children, the venue, parents and staff.
• Knowledge of conducting risk assessments.
• Ability to design, plan and deliver safe, dynamic sessions from poolside.

Benefits & About Kings Camps

• Funded residential opportunities.
• Employee Awards Programme.
• Up to 70% off Paediatric First Aid training.
• £30 reward voucher for referring a friend.
• Up to 50% off Kings Camps places for your own children, siblings or wider family (5–17 yrs).
• Excellent locations — some of the best universities and school sports facilities in the UK.
• Market-leading training and development.
• Fully funded disclosure for managerial and voluntary positions.
• Career development and potential for regular employment with Kings (we always promote from within).
• Opportunity to help make a difference in the lives of children from all backgrounds.
• Free Kings Camps uniform. Kings Camps is a market-leading not-for-profit organisation offering sports and activity day camps at over 50 UK locations, getting children and young people active, having fun and learning together.
• Founded in 1991 and inspired by US-style summer camps; Kings Camps operates not-for-profit work in the UK and overseas.