At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver fun swimming lessons to all ages, from beginners to improvers.
- Company: Join Glasgow Life, a unique charity dedicated to improving lives in the city.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days holiday, pension scheme, and discounts on memberships.
- Other info: Flexible hours across various venues with opportunities for personal development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while having fun teaching swimming.
- Qualifications: Must have a recognised swimming teaching qualification and good communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 15.3 - 15.3 £ per hour.
We believe everyone deserves a great Glasgow life and that starts with the people who work here. Glasgow Life is a charity like no other. Our vision is to improve the lives of everyone in our city. To help us achieve that, we are looking for qualified Lead Swimming Teachers to join our team on a permanent part-time basis.
As a Swimming Teacher, you will be part of a dedicated team responsible for delivering fun and exciting lessons to our Learn to Swim customers who range from Pre-School to Adults, Beginners to Improvers.
What you need to know
- Hours: Our positions cover our City-wide Learn to Swim venues meaning you could work in any of our venues delivering Swimming Lessons; examples of some of our current vacancies include:
- Monday 3:40 – 8pm at Glasgow Club Tollcross
- Tuesday 3:40 – 8pm at Glasgow Club Springburn/Glasgow Club Gorbals
- Wednesday 3:40 – 8pm at Glasgow Club Scotstoun
- Thursday 3:40 – 8pm at Glasgow Club Bellahouston/Glasgow Club Scotstoun
- Friday 3:40 – 8pm at Glasgow Club Tollcross/Glasgow Club Maryhill
- Saturday 8:40am-1pm at Glasgow Club Springburn
- Sunday 8:40am-1pm at Glasgow Club Gorbals
- Sunday 2:40 – 7pm at Glasgow Club Bellahouston/Glasgow Club Tollcross
- Contract type: Permanent
- Pay details: The hourly rate is £14.40 - £15.30 per hour (approx.)
- Location: At any of our Glasgow Life swimming pool venues; all with excellent public transport links and free parking on site.
What you’ll do
As a Swimming Teacher you’ll be a part of an established team, working within a team of teachers with the support of Lead Swimming Teachers & Swimming Co-ordinator. Our Swimming Teachers play a vital role in the successful delivery of our Learn to Swim programme across all venues and are integral to ensuring the programme is a success and will be key in the practical delivery of the programme. Glasgow Sport delivers the Scottish Swimming Framework ensuring the programme meets nationally recognised standards.
Who you are
We’re looking for someone with the right skills, experience and who brings energy to the role. If the following sounds like you, apply today! Don’t worry if you are new to teaching or don't have a lot of experience; we can provide support from our Lead Teachers and Tutors who can help bring out the best in you!
- If you have the right aptitude and enthusiasm; we will work with you to make you the best teacher possible.
- If you’re interested in joining us as a Lead Swimming Teacher, you must have one of the following qualifications:
- Scottish Swimming Teachers Qualification (SSTQ)
- UKCC Level 1 or UKCC Level 2
- STA Certificate in Teaching Swimming (please note, STA Award cannot be considered)
- We are also looking for candidates who have the following essentials:
- Motivated, professional and innovative
- Good communication skills and a flexible approach to work
- An understanding of teaching swimming lessons within group environments (age range 4yrs to adults, group sizes 5-14 approx.)
- The ability to work evenings and weekends to meet the needs of our core programme
Our city-wide venues mean you will be flexible to work in any of our locations. We currently operate our lessons across 7 pools across Glasgow; Scotstoun, Tollcross, Bellahouston, Maryhill, Pollok, Gorbals and Springburn with more venues being re-introduced in the coming months.
What we offer
- Holiday: When you join, you’ll get 30 days’ holiday. Plus 6.5 public holidays if you’re full-time. This increases to 35 days after 5 years of service. Fancy a bit more time off? You can buy extra holiday too!
- Pension: Join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) – a Defined Benefit scheme that provides you with a secure pension for later life.
- Support: Sometimes we all need support and a listening ear. Our free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme can support your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing.
- Discounts: As a colleague, you can enjoy discounts on the things you love, from Glasgow Club memberships to our museum shops and our online store.
- Flexibility and development: We are proud of our flexible and inclusive work policies, which help you balance work and life. We also offer support for learning, development and career progression.
Please note that Glasgow Life is an Arm’s Length External Organisation to Glasgow City Council. We are currently completing a Job Evaluation exercise and introducing a new pay and grading structure. This may impact current salaries quoted in job adverts.
What’s next
To get started, complete our short application form. In this, you’ll fill out:
- Work history
- Qualifications/training
- Key questions like “Why are you a good fit for this role?”
Important Dates: The closing date for this job is 11.59pm on Sunday 20 September 2026. Interviews will be arranged on a rolling basis as applications are received, so we encourage you to apply early – no need to wait until the closing date!
Our application process consists of two stages:
- Stage 1 – Virtual Interview: Candidates who meet the required selection criteria will be invited to a virtual interview. During this session, we’ll share more details about our lesson programme and discuss your swimming teaching experience, as well as the type of role you’re seeking and what we can offer. You’ll also be asked a competency-based question related to teaching swimming, which helps us understand your experience and suitability for the role.
- Stage 2 – Practical Assessment: Candidates who successfully complete Stage 1 will be invited to a practical assessment. This involves demonstrating your skills by delivering a class from poolside for approx. 20-30 minutes.
Swimming Teacher employer: Glasgow Life
Join a dynamic team as an Assistant Manager where you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operation of our venues. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work culture that encourages personal and professional growth, offering competitive pay and opportunities for advancement. Located in a vibrant area, our company not only values your contributions but also provides a rewarding environment where you can thrive and make a meaningful impact on customer experiences.
