Swimming Teacher - REQ04152

North Lanarkshire Council; Scotland; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading council's Aquatics team as a Swim Teacher, responsible for delivering swimming lessons across various locations in North Lanarkshire. This full-time role requires excellent communication skills and a commitment to health and safety. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to make a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

6 public holidays

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a leisure facility or environment.
• Willingness to undertake a conversion course.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop swimming lessons for groups and individuals.
• Ensure safe operation of swimming lesson programme.

Skills

Communication

Customer Care

Team Player

Education

ASA/UKCC Level 1 or equivalent

Job description

Job Opportunity: Swim Teacher

Location: Various Locations in North Lanarkshire, ML1 1AB

Salary: £27,301 - £29,180 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Internal applicants must apply via Myself.

About the Role

Are you a qualified Swim Teacher seeking a new opportunity? Join the Aquatics team across North Lanarkshire’s swimming pools to ensure the safe operation of the swimming lesson programme. You will teach and develop lessons for groups and individuals, aligned with the Scottish Swimming’s Learn to Swim Framework.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should have experience working in a leisure facility or environment and possess the following minimum qualification:

• Willingness to undertake a conversion course if holding an ASA/UKCC Level 1 or equivalent qualification.

Additionally, you should understand health and safety requirements in the leisure industry, demonstrate a team player attitude, work independently, and possess excellent communication and customer care skills. Flexibility with working hours is essential.

Additional Requirements

The successful candidates must obtain PVG membership through Disclosure Scotland.

Working Pattern

• Monday: 9.30am to 12.15pm, 12.45pm to 2.15pm, 3.15pm to 6.15pm (7 hrs 15 mins)
• Tuesday: 9.30am to 11.45am, 12.45pm to 2.45pm, 3.15pm to 6.45pm (7 hrs 45 mins)
• Wednesday: 9.15am to 11.45am, 12.15pm to 2.45pm, 3.15pm to 6.15pm (8 hrs)
• Thursday: 9.15am to 11.30am, 12.30pm to 2.45pm, 3.15pm to 6.45pm (8 hrs)
• Friday: 12.15pm to 4.15pm (4 hrs)

Benefits and Additional Information

North Lanarkshire Council offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 27 days annual leave, 6 public holidays, and access to learning and development opportunities through LearnNL. Casual/sessional roles include additional holiday pay based on hours worked.

We are committed to equality and support for disabled applicants, service personnel, veterans, and care-experienced individuals, offering guaranteed interviews where applicable.

For more information or to request alternative application formats, contact 01698 403151 or visit our Easy Read documents at Easy Read – My NL.

Please note: We do not accept CVs in place of completed application forms. Ensure you submit an application form to be considered.