Trainee Swimming Instructor

JobStart Scheme; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading swimming instruction provider is seeking a Trainee Swimming Instructor to support qualified instructors in delivering swimming lessons. The role requires helping children and adults develop water confidence and swimming skills while obtaining a formal teaching qualification. Responsibilities include supervising participants, maintaining safety standards, and providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate should be comfortable in water, willing to learn, and have some experience with children. This temporary position offers flexible hours and competitive pay based on age.

Qualifications

• Confident and comfortable in and around water.
• Willingness to learn and complete the full training programme.
• Basic knowledge of swimming techniques.

Responsibilities

• Support qualified swimming instructors in delivering swimming lessons.
• Supervise and assist participants in the pool.
• Help maintain a safe and inclusive environment.
• Monitor swimmers' progress and assist with skill assessments.
• Prepare and tidy away equipment for lessons.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Confident and comfortable in and around water

Able to follow instructions

Willingness to learn

Ability to work as part of a team

Previous experience working with children

Basic knowledge of swimming techniques

Valid First Aid or Safeguarding qualification

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: H2O SWIMMING ACADEMY. The Trainee Swimming Instructor will work under the supervision of qualified swimming instructors to assist in the planning and delivery of high‑quality swimming lessons. The role involves supporting children and adults of all abilities to develop water confidence and swimming skills while completing formal training to achieve a recognised swimming teaching qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support qualified swimming instructors in the preparation and delivery of swimming lessons in line with the company’s teaching programme and safety standards.
• Supervise and assist participants in the pool and on poolside under supervision.
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment for all participants.
• Monitor swimmers’ progress and assist with basic skill assessments under the direction of the instructor.
• Prepare, set up, and tidy away equipment required for lessons.
• Provide excellent customer service to swimmers and parents, promoting a positive image of H2o Swimming Academy.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safeguarding guidelines.
• Attend and participate in all required training, meetings and professional development activities.
• Work towards and successfully complete the required swimming teaching qualification.

Skills and Qualifications

• Confident and comfortable in and around water.
• Able to follow instructions.
• Willingness to learn and complete the full training programme.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Previous experience working with children (e.g., coaching, volunteering, babysitting, etc.).
• Basic knowledge of swimming techniques or previous participation in swimming lessons.
• Hold or be willing to obtain a valid First Aid or Safeguarding qualification.

Further Information

Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART is open to working age benefit claimants who are deemed eligible by a Work Coach. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Location: Ballymena, Antrim, Derry/Londonderry, Belfast, Bangor. Salary: £7.55 for 16‑17 years, £10.00 for 18‑20 years, £12.21 for 21+ years per hour. No. vacancies: 4. Contract type: Temporary. Weekly hours: 25. Worktime: to be confirmed with employer. Closing date: 13 Feb 2026.