Aquatics Manager

British Swim School - South Orlando; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

British Swim School in Hamden and North Haven, CT seeks an energetic Aquatics Manager for an emergency, immediate-start role. You will lead from inside the pool, teach lessons, mentor instructors, and engage families while ensuring safety and quality.

Part-time hours with growth potential, starting at $22.00 per hour plus a $1,000 travel bonus. Training is provided online, with in-person and out-of-state components.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Extroverted, organized and great listener/communicator.
• Passion for working with kids and serving the community.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• In-Water Leadership: teach swim/survival, observe and coach instructors.
• Team Management: hire, onboard and schedule swim staff.
• Parent & Community Engagement: chat with parents and maintain positive relations.
• Compliance & Safety: uphold brand standards and document incidents.
• Scheduling: manage employee schedules and pool lesson allocations.

Skills

Extroverted personality

Excellent communicator

Kids-focused

Strong organizational skills

Customer service mindset

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Benefits

• Free uniforms


• Opportunity for advancement


• Training & development

Job Title: Aquatics Manager (Emergency Hiring / Immediate Start)

Location: Hamden & North Haven, CT (In-Person & In-Water)

Starting Pay: $22.00 / hour + $1,000 Travel Bonus

Employment Type: Part-Time (15–25+ hrs/week with growth potential)

About Us

At British Swim School, we are more than just a swim lesson provider—we are a survival school first and a learn‑to‑swim school second. We strive to make a lasting impact within our local communities by combating child drowning statistics and providing water safety skills in a fun, positive environment. We invest heavily in our team members to support our core mission: \"To ensure that every person, regardless of age or ability, has the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer—and to ensure the survival of the littlest.\"

The Opportunity

We are seeking an energetic, people‑first Aquatics Manager for an immediate start. This role is equal parts leadership, hands‑on instruction, and community engagement. You will lead from inside the pool—teaching lessons, training and mentoring instructors, and building warm, trusting relationships with parents and families.

If you are an extroverted leader who loves working with children, excels at interpersonal communication, and genuinely cares about making a difference, we want to hear from you!

Urgent Onboarding & Travel Requirements

Due to an unexpected opening, this is an emergency hire requiring immediate availability for onboarding and out‑of‑state training:

• Pre‑Travel Onboarding (By Oct 17): Complete ~20 hours of paid online training (Zoom lectures & static‑paced modules).


• In‑Person Training Trip (Oct 17 – Oct 24): Fully covered trip to Texas for intensive brand/safety training. Includes a $1,000 travel bonus!

Schedule & Hours

• Phase 1 (Nov – Jan): Minimum 15 hours/week (Hamden Pool)
  
  
  
  • Mondays & Thursdays: 2:30 PM – 7:30 PM
  
  
  • Saturdays: 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM
  
  
  
  


• Phase 2 (Starting Jan): Minimum 25 hours/week (Hamden & North Haven Pools)
  
  
  
  • Adds Tuesdays (North Haven): 2:30 PM – 7:30 PM
  
  
  • Adds Wednesdays: 1:30 PM – 6:30 PM
  
  
  
  


• Growth & Flexibility: As operations expand, weekly hours can grow, adjust, or become more flexible based on performance and availability.

Key Responsibilities

• In‑Water Leadership: Teach swim and survival lessons, conduct in‑water observations, and provide supportive feedback and ongoing coaching to the instructor team.


• Team Management: Interview, hire, onboard, and schedule swim instructors and pool staff to ensure smooth daily operations.


• Parent & Community Engagement: Serve as the friendly face of our program, chatting with parents, answering questions, and maintaining positive customer relations.


• Compliance & Safety: Maintain brand standards, log required instructor certifications, track skill development, and document any employee, customer, or pool incidents.


• Scheduling: Oversee employee schedules and pool lesson allocations.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.


• Strong, vibrant personality—extroverted, welcoming, highly organized, and an excellent listener/communicator.


• Passion for working with kids and serving the community.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office products.


• Full availability for the required online training window (pre-Oct 17) and Texas travel (Oct 17–24).

Preferred

• 1+ years of customer service and/or team management experience.


• Background in swimming, aquatics, fitness instruction, or athletics management.


• Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid certifications (can be obtained during training).


• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification (a plus).

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive Pay: $22.00/hr starting rate.


• Bonus: $1,000 bonus for Texas trip completion + performance bonus opportunities.


• Paid Training: Fully paid online, Zoom, and in‑person training.


• Paid Travel: Flights, accommodation, and expenses covered for out‑of‑state training.


• Impact & Culture: A supportive, purpose‑driven workplace where you make a lifesaving impact every day.

Compensation: $22.00 per hour

Working at British Swim School is more than just a job; it’s a chance to create a lasting impact that could change a child's life.

As part of the British Swim School Team, you play a role in your local community, empowering others and sharing your passion. It’s a chance to be part of a fun‑loving team of dedicated people who are committed to promoting water safety and a lifelong love of the water.

While we teach swimming to people of all ages and abilities, most of our students are preschool and elementary‑aged kids. Our instructors should like working with this age group and be good at making parents feel comfortable. It's helpful if you have experience with children or in a child‑focused job, but it's not required if you can show the right attitude. The job comes with specialized training in our advanced and unique British Swim School approach.

We also have exciting opportunities with our Customer Service Team, even if you're not in the pool. These are the people committed to providing the best service in the industry. In these roles, you might talk to parents on the phone or by the pool. Wherever you are, the aim is to make everyone feel like part of the British Swim School Family as we focus on ensuring the “Survival of the Littlest.”

Each franchise location is independently owned and operated by a franchisee (franchise owner). Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to British Swim School Corporate.