ABOUT US

Parkwood Leisure was established over 20 years ago and is now one of the UK's leading operators of publicly owned leisure facilities. We’re a company that’s proud to deliver a first-class service to each of the facilities we manage and is committed to working with local communities to make a difference and provide a healthier and happier lifestyle to the communities we serve. The Company prides itself on its exemplary health and safety record and commitment to staff.

JOB DESCRIPTION

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.

• 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. 

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.