Swimming Instructor

Part Time/Casual

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.

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