Swimming Teacher - REQ04152 - 424034

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

Job summary

North Lanarkshire Council is seeking a Qualified Swim Teacher to join their Aquatics team. The role involves teaching swimming lessons across various levels, ensuring safety and compliance with health regulations. Candidates must possess relevant qualifications and demonstrate strong communication and customer care skills. A commitment to flexible working and inclusive practices is essential.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

Public holidays

Access to learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified Swim Teacher with SSTQ or equivalent.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements in leisure.
• Experience in teaching swimming lessons.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe operation of swimming lesson programme.
• Teach and develop lessons within the Learn to Swim Framework.
• Work flexibly and independently.

Skills

Communication

Customer Care

Team Player

Flexibility

Education

Scottish Swimming Teacher qualification (SSTQ)

ASA/UKCC Level 1 Teachers qualification in swimming or equivalent

Job description

Job Opportunity: Qualified Swim Teacher

Grade: NLC6 - £27,301 - £29,180

Hours: 35 hours per week

Locations: Time Capsule, Coatbridge & Sir Matt Busby Sports Centre, Bellshill

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, teaching and developing lessons for various levels within the Scottish Swimming's Learn to Swim Framework.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Scottish Swimming Teacher qualification (SSTQ)
• or ASA/UKCC Level 1 Teachers qualification in swimming or equivalent

You must be willing to undertake the required conversion course if you hold an existing ASA/UKCC Level 1 or equivalent qualification. Additionally, you should have understanding and experience of health and safety requirements within the leisure industry, excellent communication and customer care skills, and the ability to work flexibly. A team player attitude and the ability to work independently are essential.

Successful candidates must obtain Protection of Vulnerable Group (PVG) membership through Disclosure Scotland.

Working Pattern:

• Monday: 9.30am - 12.15pm, 12.45pm - 2.15pm, 3.15pm - 6.15pm
• Tuesday: 9.30am - 11.45am, 12.45pm - 2.45pm, 3.15pm - 6.45pm
• Wednesday: 9.15am - 11.45am, 12.15pm - 2.45pm, 3.15pm - 6.15pm
• Thursday: 9.15am - 11.30am, 12.30pm - 2.45pm, 3.15pm - 6.45pm
• Friday: 12.15pm - 4.15pm

North Lanarkshire Council offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 27 days annual leave, public holidays, and access to learning and development opportunities through our Learning Academy, LearnNL.

We support flexible working, operate a Smarter Working Policy, and are committed to inclusive employment practices, including guaranteed interviews for disabled applicants, service personnel, veterans, and care-experienced individuals.

For more information and to apply, please ensure you submit an application form, as CVs are not accepted.