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Level 1 & 2 Swim Teacher

Job description

Level 1 & 2 Swimming Teachers

Hengrove Park Leisure Centre

Primary objective for the Swimming Teacher will be:

  • To deliver group and one to one lessons to a variety of ages and abilities as part of our Learn to Swim Programme, following the Swim England’s Learn to Swim Framework.

  • To deliver at least 1 crash course during the year within our Learn to Swim Programme.

  • To deliver high quality lessons inline with the companies expected standards and schemes of work

  • To deliver the companies internal water safety competencies “Swim Safer, Smarter, Stronger”

  • To deliver both in and out of the water, providing explanations and demonstrating appropriate swimming techniques for skill level.

  • To carry out continued assessments and update the child's progression via the tablet after each lesson.

  • To adhere to all health and safety protocols as stipulated in the company's policies and procedures.

  • Must hold a NRASTC qualification and lifeguard own sessions when subject to local NOP/EAP.

  • To continue your professional development through various CPDs hosted by the company.

  • To maximise the retention of swim school participants through quality standards, motivation and customer care.

  • To ensure strong communication links between yourself, swim manager, reception and duty management.

  • You will be passionate about always looking for ways to improve our swim lesson programme and better our service to swimmers and customers

Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills

SEQ Level 1 Swimming Assistant (Teaching) qualification.

SEQ Level 2 Swimming Teacher Qualification or equivalent.

NPLQ or NRASTC

Personal

Among the personal characteristics sought the applicant:

  • Will be able to communicate well with both children and adults in a teaching setting.

  • Will be able to gain acceptance and respect from colleagues and customers.

  • Will be able to build strong relationships with customers, colleagues and teachers.

  • Will be able to meet the demands of the role by having some flexibility in their working hours when required.

DBS

The position of Swimming Teacher is classed as a regulated post and therefore requires a DBS Disclosure. It will be necessary for the post holder to be submitted for a DBS check.