Swimming Teacher

Achieve Lifestyle in Surrey is looking for an experienced Swimming Teacher to teach and develop swimming and water safety as a life skill and sport to all ages. Candidates should hold a Swim England Qualifications Level 2 Teaching Swimming qualification or equivalent.

Role and Responsibilities: 

• To improve pupils' confidence, skill level and stroke technique in a structured and fun environment. The principles and values of the learn-to-swim programme are supported with the delivery of teaching to the company standards by using schemes of work and session plans for all lessons.   
• To set up and prepare for all lessons including equipment, assessment materials, and lesson plans. 
• Work alongside the Aquatics Manager, other swimming teachers, and the operations team to help ensure that pupils can learn to swim in a safe environment. 
• To agree to abide by a code of conduct and carry out duties in accordance with Achieve Lifestyle, including safeguarding, equal opportunities and health and safety.  
• To use appropriate teaching practices and points to achieve the lesson plan's aim. 
• Correct faults in swimming techniques and identify ways to improve performance and skills required to achieve the next Swim England stage.  
• To effectively record the attendance of swimmers by managing and completing registers. 
• Use the technology provided to keep records of progress by conducting ongoing assessments of each pupil. 
• To attend regular meetings with the Aquatics Manager.  
• To stay up to date with best practices by attending Staff Training/continuous professional development. 

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• SEQ Level 2 Teaching Swimming or equivalent  
• Safeguarding certification 
• RLSS (Royal Life Saving Society) National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (desirable)

 Work Experience and Skills:

• Good time management and organisational skills 
• Previous swim teacher work experience  
• Passionate about sports/leisure and the customer experience. 
• Excellent communication skills 
• Enthusiastic 
• Self-motivated to upskill and professionally develop. 
• A team player with lots of energy. 

How to apply

To apply for this position please contact us with a cover letter and CV.

Contact phone

01784333111