Venue Lead Swimming Teacher - Edinburgh. Job in Edinburgh Education & Training Jobs

Stepping Stones; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Stepping Stones, a leading swim instruction provider in Scotland, is seeking a Venue Lead - Swimming Teacher in Edinburgh. This role involves delivering high-quality lessons, mentoring staff, and ensuring operational excellence. Ideal candidates will possess a National Governing Body Swimming Teacher Certificate and have proven leadership experience. Join us to make a significant impact on our swimmers' learning journey.

Benefits

Allocated holiday allowance

Full employee status with payroll handled by Stepping Stones

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role within a swim instruction environment.
• Clean driving license and ability to travel to various venues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality swimming lessons and oversee daily operations.
• Support newly qualified teachers and manage customer feedback.
• Facilitate communication between teaching staff and office.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coordination

Education

National Governing Body Swimming Teacher Certificate

NRASTC or NPLQ qualification

Job description

Venue Lead - Swimming Teacher: Edinburgh & Surrounding Areas

Stepping Stones is one of the premier private learn-to-swim providers in Scotland, renowned for our high-quality, low-ratio swimming lessons for children. We are seeking a dedicated Venue Lead - Swimming Teacher to join our team, someone who can lead by example and ensure the seamless delivery of our swim program. This role is designed for individuals who are passionate about teaching and excel in coordination, communication, and leadership.

Enjoy full employee status:

Roles with Stepping Stones are employed positions, offering benefits such as no requirement for self-assessment, allocated holiday allowance, and all payroll matters handled directly by Stepping Stones.

Role Overview: As a Venue Lead - Swimming Teacher, you will deliver high-quality lessons and oversee the day-to-day operations of our swim lessons within our venues. This includes supporting newly qualified teachers, handling customer feedback, assessing class levels, and maintaining strong relationships with facility staff such as facility managers or club managers. Your role will be instrumental in linking the teaching staff and venue staff with the office, ensuring high standards are met and exceeded.

Qualifications:

• National Governing Body Swimming Teacher Certificate (Essential) SSTQ | UKCC | STA | ASA
• Proven experience in a leadership role within a swim instruction environment.
• NRASTC or NPLQ qualification required.

Main Duties:

• Commit to delivering a minimum of 5 days per week with Stepping Stones.
• Oversee the delivery and progression of swimmers, ensuring the highest quality of instruction.
• Support and mentor newly qualified teachers, providing guidance and feedback.
• Manage customer feedback and ensure swift resolution of issues.
• Assess class levels and adjust lesson plans for optimal learning outcomes.
• Facilitate communication between the delivery team and office staff for smooth operations.
• Maintain strong relationships with facility staff to ensure a positive environment for lessons.
• Attend monthly training days at Stepping Stones Head Office (EH21 8RX).

Additional Requirements:

• Clean driving license and ability to travel to various venues within the region.

Personal Qualities: The ideal candidate is a leader at heart, capable of motivating, inspiring, and guiding our team of instructors. You should be approachable, knowledgeable, and detail-oriented to ensure the quality and efficiency of our program. Your commitment to fun, engaging, and effective teaching will be crucial in maintaining the high standards of Stepping Stones lessons.

By stepping into this role, you will play a key part in shaping the future of swimming instruction at Stepping Stones, making a lasting impact on our swimmers and their families.