Swimming Teacher in Christchurch

£14.82 per hour

Role Purpose

To provide engaging training sessions to customers of all ages, ensuring safety at all times within a fun environment, to improve people’s skills, abilities and general health within a specific sporting discipline or fitness programme.

Main Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver exciting, structured coaching sessions to encourage the development of participants.
• Provide a safe environment, taking all reasonable precautions including health and safety checks, to ensure the safety of all participants during the session.
• Ensure all equipment is fit for use and used correctly by all the participants to make sure the sessions are safe for all participants.
• Monitor and assess ability and progress in line with the sport’s governing body to support the participants’ improvement. This includes informing parents/guardians of pupil development where applicable.
• Undertake relevant administrative duties, such as taking attendance registers and maintaining participant records, to support the smooth-running of lessons and coaching sessions.
• Provide support and guidance to more junior coaching roles, so that they can help run sessions effectively.
• Inform the customer service team of pupil movements/progressions between classes, where applicable, to keep waiting lists to a minimum.
• Communicate with any relevant stakeholders/partners/professionals, to maintain positive referral routes and interest into the Council’s exercise and fitness programmes.

The Ideal Candidate

• Relevant Level 2 qualification in the sport discipline.
• Experience of coaching adults and children.
• Experience of designing sessions for specific groups.
• Knowledge of health and safety as it relates to the specific sport/activity.
• Knowledge of safeguarding protocols.
• Ability to instruct and communicate in a clear and positive manner, and to provide support and guidance and cause understanding in others.
• Ability to plan and co-ordinate training sessions.

Employment Requirements

Applicants can only be considered if they have an existing right to work in the UK, as this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check.

Inclusion & Accessibility

At BCP Council, inclusion is more than a promise – it’s how we work. We’re committed to providing a fully inclusive recruitment process ensuring every candidate and colleague has the support and reasonable adjustments they need to thrive. From the moment you apply, through the recruitment process and throughout your career with us, we’ll be here to listen and provide the help and support you need. It’s why we’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer – and why you can trust that we’ll always do our best to make your experience positive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or contact us directly – we’re here to help.

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Benefits

A Place to Thrive – Join BCP Council. We offer attractive enhanced benefits, a new pay and reward package, and are a Disability Confident Employer. We also value our employees and aim to create a supportive workplace culture.