Part Time Aquatics Lead - Brio Ellesmere Port

Overview

Aquatics Lead role for Brio Ellesmere Port and Brio Neston. The position can be full-time (37 hours per week across two sites) or divided into two part-time roles (18.5 hours per week at each site).

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: 37 hours per week will be £25,989 per annum; 18.5 hours per week at each site will be £12,994 per annum

Closing date: Monday 2 February 2026
Interview date: Week commencing Monday 9 February 2026

We have an exciting opportunity for an Aquatics Lead to manage the day-to-day operation of the aquatics scheme, including Swim England swimming lessons, across Brio Ellesmere Port and Brio Neston, or as two part-time roles across the sites.

Brio Leisure centres are community hubs for fitness and wellbeing. You will oversee aquatics, including swimming lessons, and plan, programme and review sessions to attract a range of abilities and maximise income from lessons and aqua classes.

You will be qualified to Swim England Level 2 to deliver high-quality swimming lessons to the community.

In return you will work in a great environment delivering quality Swim England programmes and helping customers build confidence in the water across all ages.

Job Purpose

To work with the Aquatics Officer to coordinate the day-to-day operation and delivery of Brio’s Learn 2 Swim Scheme and School Swimming Programme. To assist in maximising income by providing dedicated swimming teaching hours and to provide a high level of customer service consistent throughout the company.

Main Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer the school swimming programme.
• Communicate effectively with children and adults, delivering messages constructively and positively.
• Assist the Aquatics Officer in monitoring classes and waiting lists to adjust numbers or stage levels to meet demand and ensure consistent management of Learn 2 Swim.
• Assist in resourcing the school and Learn 2 Swim programme in line with industry and company guidelines.
• Deliver 7 hours of swimming teaching per week across both sites as part of the 37-hour contract, or 3.5 hours per week as part of the 18.5-hour contract; days and times to be agreed with the Aquatics Officer.
• Assist with swimming administration and ensure Swim England initiatives and guidelines are adhered to.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels for swimming lesson delivery and upload to the in-house time management system.
• Input information onto in-house systems to provide reports for parents and children.
• Update social media as needed for Learn 2 Swim changes and attend outreach events to promote aquatics.
• Deliver outreach work to local community groups to enhance the profile of Brio aquatics.
• Communicate with customers verbally and in writing (email/letter).
• Adhere to all company safeguarding practices and processes at all times.
• Carry out other duties as required within the scope of the post.

Rewards And Benefits

• 25 days annual leave per year (30 days after 5 years of continuous service).
• Free Brio Leisure gym membership for gym, fitness and swim facilities.
• Discounts via the Brio Staff Shop platform.
• Free uniform and DBS check (if required).
• Car mileage at 0.45p per mile; bicycle mileage at 0.20p per mile.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave; favourable pension scheme.
• Internal health checks for over 40s; access to Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support).
• Three paid volunteering days per year; discounts at on-site café.

Our Values

• Investing in People — We develop our team with knowledge and a can-do attitude.
• Inclusive — We are non-discriminatory, accessible, engaging and welcoming to everyone.
• Supportive — We are caring and passionate about making a difference.
• Integrity — We build trust through transparency, accountability and collaboration.
• Innovative — We encourage ideas and creativity for positive commercial and social impact.

How to apply: To apply for the post, please visit the careers page on our website to complete an online application form: www.brioleisure.org

Important: Invitations to interview are sent to the email address provided on your application. Please check your email account regularly. If you have not heard within 6 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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