Swimming Teacher

North Tyneside Council; Wallsend; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government organization based in Wallsend seeks an enthusiastic swimming teacher to engage with learners of all ages. Responsibilities include delivering swimming lessons and promoting participation in accordance with industry standards. Ideal candidates will hold a level 2 swimming teacher's qualification and demonstrate excellent customer care. The contract is term-time only, 17 hours per week with a salary range of £28,598 - £30,024 pro rata.

Qualifications

• Commitment to ongoing professional development is essential.
• Must be able to demonstrate efficiency and friendliness.

Responsibilities

• Teach swimming to all age ranges in group and one-to-one sessions.
• Deliver school swimming provision and Learn to Swim programme.
• Promote a positive image and encourage participation.

Skills

Excellent customer care skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Education

Level 2 swimming teacher's qualification

Job description

Sport and leisure currently operate 5 state of the art indoor leisure sites across the borough, the facilities include four swimming pools, multi-functional fitness suites, sports halls, studios, and outdoor pitches. The service attracts over one million visitors a year.

Sport and Leisure service are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate swimming teacher to teach swimming to all age ranges, in group sessions and at some times on one a one-to-one basis.

Location & Role

You will be based at Hadrian Leisure Centre, Wallsend to deliver North Tyneside Council's school swimming provision and our Learn to Swim programme, in accordance with the Swim England standards and industry best practice. Your duties will also include promoting a positive image of North Tyneside Council, encouraging participation, maintaining registers and attending meetings where required.

Responsibilities & Expectations

A commitment to ongoing professional development is essential. Applicants must be able to demonstrate excellent customer care skills, provide an efficient and friendly service and be able to work as part of a team.

Candidates must hold a level 2 swimming teacher's qualification. Please see the job description and job specification for all duties associated with this job role. If you can demonstrate the NTC core values, 'we listen and we care' we would love to hear from you.

People First & Diversity

Our People First strategy is our promise to make North Tyneside Council an exceptional place to work, where everyone can thrive and flourish. A place where people want to work, where joining our team is an exciting prospect, staying with us feels like a great decision, and building your career at North Tyneside Council is a natural progression.

As part of our People First strategy, we are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our success and the well‑being of our employees and residents. Our goal is to foster an environment where everyone feels welcome, safe and valued.

Together, we're crafting a workplace that's built on our values and a shared commitment to making a difference. If you are passionate and committed about making a difference and want to work somewhere where you can make positive change, we will provide the right environment for you to excel.

Safeguarding

Alongside our People First strategy, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and adults at risk of harm. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and to familiarise themselves with all relevant policies, procedures and guidance. Within North Tyneside, safeguarding is everybody's business.

Reasonable Adjustment

Require a reasonable adjustment? If you feel a reasonable adjustment will provide additional support in both the recruitment process and within the workplace, please indicate this to the hiring manager on your application. Declaring a reasonable adjustment will not subject you to any form of discrimination when determining which applicants are successful for interview and employment with us.

Carbon Net‑Zero 2030 Action Plan

In 2019, North Tyneside Council declared a climate emergency. This declaration set a target to reduce the carbon footprint of the council's operations, and the borough, by 50% by 2023 and to align to the Government's net zero target of 2050.

We recognise the significant role we can play in the borough in helping to limit climate change, but we can't do this alone; we need help from all our residents, businesses, voluntary and community sectors and of course all those who apply and work for us. Together we can make North Tyneside a sustainable place to live and work for everyone in the borough.

Contract Details

The position is a static term time only 195‑day contract, working 17 hours per week. You would be required to work the following hours each week: (an unpaid 30 minute break is included in the hours detailed below)

• Wednesday and Thursday 10.15 to 7.15pm

Salary

The salary is Grade 6, £28,598 - £30,024 pro rata for the 17 hours you will be working during term time. A term time contract is only 195 days.

Other

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975, and an Enhanced DBS disclosure will be required.