Swimming Teacher

Wiltshire Council; Melksham; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market supplement (10%)

Hybrid working model

Job summary

Wiltshire Council is seeking a Swimming Teacher to join the Aquatics team. The role involves delivering safe, enjoyable swimming classes within a structured programme and providing 1-1 tuition as needed.

Applicants should ideally hold a Level 2 Swim England qualification and have relevant teaching experience; Level 1 may be considered if enrolled in Level 2. The position includes a 10% market supplement and hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Swim England qualification or enrolment in Level 2 course.
• Experience teaching in a swimming environment.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach safe, fun, effective and enjoyable swimming classes.
• Deliver 1-1 tuition as part of the programme when required.
• Contribute to promoting health and well-being through swimming.

Skills

Communication

Motivation

Teaching

Education

Level 2 Swim England qualification

Enrolment in Level 2 course

Job description

Salary

£18.58 - £19.84 per hour (inclusive of 10% market supplement)

Hours per week

0 hours

Interview date

Week commencing Monday 16th November 2026

Are you passionate about swimming and skilled at motivating others? Consider joining our dedicated Aquatic team, who are committed to making our community healthier and reducing health differences.

Our Swimming Teachers are a vital part of our team. They teach safe, fun, effective and enjoyable classes as part of a swimming programme or 1-1 tuition environments.

Applicants for the position should ideally possess a Level 2 or above Swim England swimming teacher qualification and relevant teaching experience in a similar environment; however, those with a minimum Level 1 qualification may be considered if they can provide evidence of enrolment in a Level 2 course.

If you care about keeping kids and vulnerable adults safe, and you're good at communicating and staying organised, we'd love to have you on our team. Let's work together to inspire health and well-being in our community through swimming!

• This position comes with a 10% market supplement payment. All market supplement payments are subject to review on an annual basis.

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits here.

Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer-facing roles work entirely from their service location.

We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.

Contact details

Vicky Smith, Leisure Programme Co-Ordinator (Aquatics) at [e-mail]

Statement of commitment to equality and inclusion

We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services.