Sport Aberdeen's aquatics programme needs swimming teachers to deliver lessons across its six venues on a flexible-hours contract. The work is teaching swimmers of every age, from babies to adults, and building good relationships with customers. Posts sit at three levels, each tied to a teaching qualification, and a training route is offered to applicants without one. Both the application and the equal opportunities and criminal convictions forms must be submitted, and interviews run four times a year.
What the job involves
- Deliver swimming lessons to swimmers of all ages, from birth to adulthood
- Help every swimmer reach their full potential
- Build and maintain excellent relationships with customers
What’s required
Qualifications
- UKCC Level 1 Teaching Aquatics or equivalent (Level 1 posts)
- SSTQ or UKCC Level 2 Teaching Aquatics or equivalent (Level 2 and Level 3 posts)
Experience
- Evidence of continuous professional development (Level 2 and Level 3 posts)
- Significant experience or qualification in early years swimming, or additional support needs swimming provision (Level 3)
Skills & knowledge
- Ability to establish and maintain excellent customer relationships
Checks & eligibility
- Completed criminal convictions form
Nice to have
- Scottish Swimming Teaching Qualification (SSTQ) for Level 1 posts
- Qualifications in teaching adult and child (early years) classes, which earn interview priority
What’s offered
- Holiday pay of £1.56, £1.87 or £2.14 per hour on top of the hourly rate, by level
- Flexible-hours contract
- Swimming teacher training programme for applicants without the necessary qualifications
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Aquatics Teachers employer: Sport Aberdeen
Sport Aberdeen is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering community well-being through sport and physical activity. With a flexible working environment and a strong emphasis on professional development, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of families across Aberdeen. Join a passionate team that values inclusivity and collaboration, making every day rewarding as you help strengthen family bonds and promote healthier lifestyles.
