Swim Teacher

Salary - £26,676 per annum (pro rata for part-time, £14.35 per hour)
Hours - Part-time, 10-16.25 hours per week
Contract - Temporary & permanent
Location - Portobello Swim Centre & Ainslie Park Leisure Centre

Are you a qualified swim teacher who enjoys helping children feel safe, confident and proud of their progress in the water?
Join our award-winning swim team and help deliver fun, supportive lessons that make a real difference to children and families in the local community.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead fun, engaging swimming lessons in a safe environment, assessing each child's individual needs and abilities to maximise their enjoyment, performance and progression.
• Provide ongoing feedback and encouragement to children, helping them achieve personal bests and build confidence through tailored coaching.
• Communicate clearly and adaptably with children of all ages and abilities, as well as their families, using creative methods to build trust, enthusiasm and great customer experiences.
• Work closely with your team to plan sessions, prepare equipment safely, and review class engagement and quality.

What You’ll Bring:

• SSTQ, UKCC Aquatics Level 2 or an equivalent swim teaching qualification.
• A current RLSS UK National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ), or a commitment to complete the qualification within 3 months of starting the role.
• Experience delivering coaching in a sports or community setting and working effectively in a team.
• A good understanding of safe coaching practice, including setting up, checking and storing equipment correctly.
• The ability to assess participants’ needs, adapt sessions, manage behaviour positively and help people progress at their own pace.
• Clear, adaptable communication skills and the ability to support participants of different ages, abilities and backgrounds.
• Energy, patience and enthusiasm for helping participants feel safe, confident and motivated.