Swimming Teacher (Summer) - Reading, Berkshire

Kings Camps; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's activity provider in Reading seeks Swimming Teachers to deliver engaging swimming sessions for children aged 5 to 17. The role includes planning and managing risk, ensuring safety, and collaborating with Lifeguards. Ideal candidates will have relevant swimming qualifications and experience. Opportunities for career development and subsidized training are offered.

Benefits

Funded residential opportunities

Employee Awards Programme

Market-leading training and development

Career development opportunities

Free uniform

Qualifications

• 12+ months of experience as a swim teacher.
• 6+ months experience working with 5–17-year-olds.
• Desirable: Up-to-date certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver structured, active sessions for mixed-ability groups.
• Work with Lifeguards for area preparation and risk assessment.
• Supervise children and implement behaviour management.

Skills

Collaborative attitude

Ability to design and deliver sessions

Knowledge of conducting risk assessments

Education

SEQ Level 2 or STA Level 2 Swimming Teacher certification

Tools

Lifeguarding qualification (NPLQ) or NRASTC

Job description

Overview

Swimming Teachers report to the Camp Manager and work with a like-minded team to plan and deliver safe, structured, active sessions for children aged 5 to 17 during school holidays. Sessions focus on developing water confidence and basic stroke development through structured, active games and fun activities rather than a traditional learn-to-swim programme. Safety is a priority, with close collaboration with Lifeguards to prepare areas and equipment, manage risk assessments, monitor water conditions and incidents. Staff follow Kings Camps Swimming Policy and venue procedures. Sessions typically last 30–45 minutes, with a maximum of 16 children per pool and operating between 9.30am and 3.30pm, Monday to Friday.

Child safety is the top priority, including supervision during breaks, participation in sessions, safe use of equipment, incident recording, behaviour management, and maintaining health and safety standards.

• SEQ Level 2 or STA Level 2 Swimming Teacher certification
• 12+ months of experience as a swim teacher
• 6+ months experience working with 5–17-year-olds
• Desirable: Lifeguarding qualification (NPLQ) or NRASTC; up-to-date certification preferred
• Collaborative attitude; comfortable with rotating duties and building positive relationships with children, the venue, parents and staff
• Knowledge of conducting risk assessments
• Ability to design, plan and deliver safe, dynamic poolside sessions

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver structured, active sessions in the holidays for mixed-ability groups
• Adapt teaching for varying age groups (typically 5–7, 8–10, 11–14, 15–17)
• Work with Lifeguards to ensure area preparation, risk assessment management and incident reporting
• Adhere to Kings Camps Swimming Policy and venue procedures
• Supervise children, oversee equipment use, and implement behaviour management policies

Benefits

• Funded residential opportunities
• Employee Awards Programme
• Up to 70% off Paediatric First Aid training
• £30 reward voucher for referring a friend
• Up to 50% off Kings Camps places for your own children and family
• Excellent locations in university and school facilities
• Market-leading training and development
• Fully funded disclosure for managerial and voluntary positions
• Career development and potential for regular employment with Kings
• Free Kings Camps uniform