Cardiff Metropolitan University
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About the Role
Our Swim Teacher is a key member of the Sports Systems and Aquatics team, and related areas of Cardiff Met Sports. They assist with delivering the Swimming Lessons and School Swimming programmes and ensure that the needs of participants are met.
Programme Schedule
Swimming Lessons
- Tuesday: 16:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 17:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 12:00
School Swimming
- Monday to Friday: 10:00 - 12:00
You Will Lead the Way By
- Having experience as a lead swim teacher in a school, club, or leisure setting.
- Planning and delivering progressive lesson plans.
- Experience in communicating with parents or guardians.
- Experience in assessing, monitoring, and recording swimmer progress through a formal assessment method.
What You Will Bring
You will use your previous experience in teaching and working in an aquatic environment and understanding of the importance of customer care to provide an excellent service to our swimming participants. Your knowledge of industry standards and national governing body policies will ensure our Aquatics programmes are safe and of the highest standard.
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Additionally, You Will Have
- A recognised Level 2 in Teaching Swimming:
- ASA Level 2 Teaching Water Activities.
- SEQ Swimming Teaching Level 2 SEQ.
- STA Level 2 Certificate in Teaching Swimming.
- Excellent team working skills, the ability to work effectively as part of a team to ensure the best results for participants.
- Experience of working with customers and parents.
Why Join Cardiff Metropolitan University?
We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviour. We support and welcome inclusivity which enables everyone to feel they are respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you will be in a unique environment where a wealth of information and resources are freely available, supporting you with your career development.
We Offer Excellent Benefits Such As
- Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library facilities and digital services.
- Award-winning sports and fitness facilities with pensionable membership.
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Job Opportunity Information
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK which enables them to perform the duties of the role.
If you require immigration permission to work in the UK, and your visa restricts employment as a professional sportsperson or sports coach, you are unlikely to be eligible for this role.
If you are unsure whether this is relevant to you or have any questions, contact: StaffRecruitment@CardiffMet.ac.uk.
Contact Us
For more information about the role, contact Xena Denyer at XDenyer@cardiffmet.ac.uk.
All applications must be submitted online.
The person specification is used as a tool for shortlisting; so make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find helpful application tips by visiting our Application Guidelines page.
Closing Date: 09 Aug 2026
School/Unit: Professional and Support
Salary: £29,588 to £34,610 £17.94 per hour plus 14% annual leave
£17.94 per hour plus 14% annual leave
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