Swimming Teacher - Level 1

Newport Live; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community sports organization in Newport is looking for Level 1 qualified swimming teachers to enhance swimming lessons for various age groups. This role offers flexible shifts, starting pay of £12.60 per hour, a range of benefits including generous holiday and pension schemes, and opportunities for professional growth. Applicants must hold a Level 1 swimming teaching qualification and have knowledge of child protection policies. Join a dedicated team committed to promoting swimming across the community.

Benefits

Free Newport Live membership

33 days holiday per year (pro rata)

Generous pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee wellbeing programmes

Qualifications

• Level 1 swimming qualification is required.
• Practical knowledge in swimming teaching framework essential.
• Must understand child protection in pools.

Responsibilities

• Teach swimming lessons as per the Learn to Swim Wales framework.
• Prepare and evaluate work schemes for swimmers.
• Maintain records of attendance and progress.
• Promote swimming and link with aquatic clubs.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety standards.
• Assist in organizing swimming events.
• Attend training and forums as needed.

Skills

ASA / STA Level 1 Assistant Swimming Teaching qualification

Practical knowledge of the Learn to Swim Wales programme

Knowledge of child protection policies

Experience in organizing swimming sessions

Job description

Summary

Posted: 03 Mar 2025

Closing Date: Ongoing recruitment

Swimming is a vital life skill, and we are looking for Level 1 qualified teachers to join us, helping to ensure that lessons are available for learners of all ages and abilities across our community.

Hours, Pay and Benefits

• Various shifts available that we can build your rota on, even if you are only available for one class per week (see current class vacancies below)
• Opportunities to cover other shifts during times of absence
• Pay starting at £12.60 per hour (current Living Wage, equivalent to a full time 37 hour per week salary of £24,242 per annum)
• Free Newport Live membership
• 33 days holiday per year (pro rata)
• Generous pension scheme
• Cafe discount
• Uniform provided
• Free on-site parking
• Company sick pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee wellbeing programmes

We also provide support those who wish to progress to their Level 2 qualification.

Current Shifts Available :

Saturdays

08:00-11:00: 45 (3.75 hours) – Active Living Centre

11:30-15:00: 15 (3.75 hours) – Active Living Centre

Sundays

08:00-11:00: 15 (3.25 hours) – Active Living Centre

11:00-14:00: 15 (3.25 hours) – Active Living Centre

Key Experiences and Qualifications

Essential

• ASA / STA Level 1 Assistant Swimming Teaching qualification
• Practical knowledge of the Learn to Swim Wales programme
• Knowledge and understanding of child protection policies in a swimming pool environment
• Experience in assisting with the organisation, planning, and delivery of structured swimming sessions; adapting to varying needs, abilities, and ages

Beneficial

• STA / RLSS Lifesaving Teacher qualification
• Relevant adult and child teaching qualification
• Experience working with people with a disability in sport
• Ability to communicate in Welsh

Role Requirements

Our swimming teachers are pivotal members of the team, delivering and maintaining effective and high-quality swimming lessons for children, young people, and adults, as part of our Integrated Swimming Programme, which is run at both the Regional Pool & Tennis Centre (located in Newport International Sports Village) and the Active Living Centre (located in Newport High School).

Main duties include

• Teaching swim lessons following the new Learn to Swim Wales teaching framework, as part of the City's Integrated Swimming Programme
• Prepare, implement, and evaluate schemes of work in order to ensure continual development of all swim learners
• Maintain accurate records of all participants, including attendance, attainment, and progress
• Promote swimming and help provide links to relevant aquatic clubs to children and parents who attend the weekly Learn to Swim programme
• Safe preparation of facilities and equipment as required by the Learn to Swim programme, and for checking set-up of facilities and equipment undertaken by Recreation Assistants
• Ensuring safe compliance with all statutory legal requirements, and in particular the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and Child Protection Act
• Willingness to assist in organising and delivering swimming galas and events
• Undertake training as / when required as part of the Swimming Development continual development programme
• Attend swim teachers' forums / meetings as and when requested