Serco Plc
Swimming Teacher
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Swimming Teacher – Part-Time (15 Hours/Week)
Location Stechford Leisure Centre, Birmingham, B33 8QN
Salary Up to £15.88 per hour + excellent benefits
Contract Type Part-time: 15 hours per week (mixture of shifts)
About the Role
At Serco, we’re pleased to be recruiting on behalf of Birmingham Community Leisure Trust, a trusted provider of leisure and sports facilities across the community.
Birmingham Community Leisure Trust fosters active, healthy lifestyles by offering affordable access to sports and leisure activities. Their vision is to create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.
As a Swimming Teacher, you’ll play a vital role in delivering high-quality lessons, promoting safety, and inspiring participants – from beginners to more advanced swimmers – to unlock their full potential in the water.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver tailored swimming lessons for participants of all ages and abilities
- Ensure safe provision and correct use of equipment at all times
- Maintain and reinforce strict safety standards during every lesson
- Assess swimmers’ abilities and guide them to improve their skills
- Provide clear explanations and demonstrate proper swimming techniques
- Identify and correct swimming faults, offering ways to enhance performance
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Essential & Desired Qualifications
Essential
- Hold either a STA Award/Certificate in Teaching Swimming or Swim England (Previously ASA) Level 2
- Be a strong swimmer with the ability to demonstrate and maintain safety in the water (Note: A valid RLSS UK NPLQ or NRASTC, or STA Safety qualification is advantageous but not mandatory—additional training will be provided at no cost.)
Personal Attributes
- Display enthusiasm, professionalism, and a warm, friendly demeanour
- Deliver exceptional customer service, engaging with people of all ages and backgrounds
- Strive to exceed expectations and support your team in achieving targets
- Proven ability to work collaboratively as a team player
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Benefits Included
✅ Free Centre membership + discounted classes and facilities ✅ Fully funded safeguarding training and DBS checks ✅ Excellent development and training opportunities ✅ 6% employer-matched pension contribution ✅ Up to 21 days annual leave + Public Holidays ✅ Life assurance covering up to 2x base salary ✅ Comprehensive Trust and Serco Leisure Employee Benefits
Commitment to Equality
Serco and Birmingham Community Leisure Trust are committed to equality of opportunity. If you require additional assistance with the application process, please don’t hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team directly at:
Recruitment Team Tel: +0345 010 4000
Notes:
- Applicants will undergo a DBS check where applicable.
- For best access, use Google Chrome when exploring Serco’s careers website.
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