Swimming Teacher - DGA12478

Dumfries and Galloway Council; Scotland; On-site; GBP 2,000 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in Scotland is seeking enthusiastic Swimming Teachers to deliver the DG1 Swimming Programme. The role involves instructing lessons and assisting with the promotion of swimming activities. Applicants should hold a UKCC Level 1 Teaching Aquatics certificate and have experience teaching various ability levels. This opportunity includes multiple posts with flexible hours.

Benefits

Benefits package including discounts

Local Government Pension Scheme

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience teaching both children and adults.
• Experience writing and following lesson plans.
• Knowledge of Dumfries & Galloway Council Learn to Swim Scheme.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons to participants.
• Assist with administration and promotion of swimming lessons.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Reliability

Teaching experience

Customer care skills

Education

UKCC Level 1 Teaching Aquatics certificate

Scottish Swimming Teacher Qualification or UKCC Level 2 certificate

Job description

Overview

Swimming Teacher (3) – Dumfries

Post 1: 4.25 hours (Monday 3.15pm – 7.30pm) — £3,286.31 – £3,490.31

Post 2: 2.75 hours (Friday 9.15am – 12pm) — £2,126.44 – £2,258.44

Post 3: 3.25 hours (Saturday 9am – 12.45pm) — £2,513.06 – £2,669.06

We are looking for enthusiastic Swimming Teachers to assist in delivering the DG1 Swimming Programme, including Learn to Swim and Education Swimming Sessions. Three vacancies are available, and you may apply for one, two or all three posts.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons to participants and assist with administration and promotion of swimming lessons as required.

Qualifications

• Ideal: Scottish Swimming Teacher Qualification (SSTQ) or UKCC Level 2 Teaching Aquatics certificate, or equivalent.
• Essential: UKCC Level 1 Teaching Aquatics certificate.
• Excellent communication skills, reliability, and experience teaching children and adults.
• Experience writing and following lesson plans and adapting to varying ability levels.
• Excellent customer care skills. Knowledge of Dumfries & Galloway Council Learn to Swim Scheme and Child Protection is desirable.
• First Aid Certificate and Health & Safety knowledge are desirable.

Additional information

• This post is regulated work with vulnerable children and protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007.
• From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment.
• Applicants who have resided outside the UK in the last 5 years will need to provide a police record check from the relevant authority in the country of residence, in addition to Disclosure Scotland checks.

Benefits

• Exciting benefits package including Vivup platform with discounts, Local Government Pension Scheme (Scottish), Cycle-to-Work scheme, and wellbeing support.

Equality & Contact

We are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those underrepresented in our organisation.

For further information please contact Sally Fingland, Team Leader - Leisure Facilities at 01387 243550 or email [e-mail]