Swimming Teacher - Maidenhead, Berkshire

St. Pirans School; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local swimming school is seeking a Swimming Teacher to join their team in Thatcham. The role involves teaching swimming to pupils of varying abilities, creating an encouraging atmosphere, and ensuring safety during lessons. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have qualifications in swimming teaching such as ASA/Swim England Level 2 or STA Level 2. The position requires a commitment to developing swimmers and a strong work ethic to support the growth of the swim program.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or over.
• Must swim competently and confidently.
• Enthusiastic and driven to improve the Swim School.

Responsibilities

• Teach swimming to non-swimmers and improvers.
• Create a positive environment for children.
• Assess swimmers’ abilities and provide feedback.
• Maintain records of swimmers’ performances.
• Ensure safety around swimming areas.

Skills

Strong technical swimming knowledge

Ability to differentiate each teaching session

Enthusiastic, positive and energetic attitude

Patience and persistence

Strong work ethic

Education

ASA / Swim England Level 2 Certificate in Swimming Teaching

STA Level 2 Certificate in Swimming Teaching

Job description

Swimming Teacher - Maidenhead, Berkshire

Responsible to : Piranhas Manager

Position Summary

The Swimming Teacher will be part of the Piranhas Swimming Team. They will teach pupils and customers to Piranhas to swim, from non-swimmers to improvers, in our classes, providing fun, safe, and professional lessons that develop and progress individuals into confident swimmers.

Hours of Work

• Monday, Thursday, Friday 3.30 pm – 6.00 pm
• Wednesday 3.30 pm – 7.30 pm
• Saturday 8.00 am – 2.00 pm

Contract Type

Zero-hours, term time

Duties and Responsibilities

• To be a role model and create a positive and fun environment to motivate and encourage children to develop their swimming ability and enjoyment of the water
• To deliver planned lessons in alignment with the schemes of work
• Assess swimmers’ abilities, give regular and accurate feedback, and provide clear technical instruction
• Work towards regular class promotions and badges, promoting individual improvement, measured through formative and summative assessment approaches
• To maintain up-to-date and accurate records of swimmer‘s levels, performance and development
• Ensuring lessons are tailored appropriately to the level of swimmers and individual needs
• Have full control over the class and the safe running of lessons in line with specific activity risk assessments, pool rules, swimming teacher legislation, guidance and best practice
• To ensure good and safe behaviour around the swimming pool and changing rooms from all swimmers
• Organise and supervise assistants and helpers as appropriate
• Work alongside the Head of Swimming, Piranhas Manager and Centre Manager, other Swimming Teachers and Lifeguards to ensure that participants are able to swim in a safe environment
• Attend staff meetings and training sessions as and when necessary
• Ensure all Normal Operating Procedures (NOP) and Emergency Action Plans (EAP) are followed as required
• Report any matters of concern to the Head of Swimming and Piranhas Manager, especially those regarding security, safeguarding and health and safety
• Work closely with the Head of Swimming to meet and exceed set targets and objectives and to achieve commercial success

Person Specification and Qualifications

Essential

• 18 years of age or over
• To be able to swim competently and confidently
• All Swimming Teachers must have achieved, as a minimum, one of the following qualifications :
• ASA / Swim England Level 2 Certificate in Swimming Teaching
• STA Level 2 Certificate in Swimming Teaching
• Enthusiastic, positive and energetic attitude
• Strong technical swimming knowledge
• Patience and persistence
• A strong work ethic
• Ability to differentiate each teaching session
• Professional, punctual and well-presented
• A passion and desire to drive the Swim School forward.
• To lead and manage better processes for the swimming school

Desirable

• NRASTC full / NPLQ
• Experience working with young children in another environment such as a school