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Swimming Teacher
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Swimming Teacher – Places Leisure
We are Places for People Group, a social enterprise that believes it’s people that make a community. That’s why we build homes and deliver services for everyone to thrive. At Places Leisure, we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK’s leading health and wellbeing enabler.
We aren’t your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you’re more than just a number—you’re part of our cause.
About the Role
We have an exciting new opportunity for a Swimming Teacher, where you will work in a fun, lively environment with likeminded people. Your role will include helping to inspire others, delivering outstanding lessons, and encouraging students to achieve their best.
With your passion for teaching, swimming, and exceptional class programming, you will bring enthusiasm while engaging with customers and demonstrating extensive knowledge and expertise in swimming instruction.
All swimmer development stages at Places Leisure are based on the National Plan for Teaching Swimming. As a result, our Swimming Teachers must hold a minimum of a UKCC Level 2 qualification. While having a Lifesaving Qualification (NPLQ or NRASTC) is advantageous, if you are a motivated and driven individual, we will support you in achieving either qualification through our training and development initiatives.
This role is a great starting point for progression within Places Leisure, with opportunities to advance into roles such as Swimming Co-ordinator or Contract Swimming Development Manager.
As a Swimming Teacher, you will also benefit from:
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Support to achieve NPLQ or NRASTC qualifications
- Enhancement in customer service skills
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Your Responsibilities
- Engaging with students of all ages in group and individual lessons
- Motivating, instructing, and supporting swimmers to achieve their goals
- Building trust with customers through friendly, approachable, and patient interactions
- Ensuring safety standards are upheld based on industry best practices
- Offering continuous feedback and adapting teaching methods for better results
- Staying updated on industry developments to improve your teaching effectiveness
- Encouraging participation in community health and wellbeing initiatives
Requirements
- A minimum of UKCC Level 2 qualification in swimming instruction (essential)
- A strong passion for teaching swimming and enabling individuals to improve confidence and skills
- Excellent communication, teaching, and motivational skills
- A friendly, patient, and approachable manner with the ability to build rapport
- Strong understanding of basic swimming techniques, development stages, and safety procedures
- Commitment to continuous learning and service improvement
(Note: Supporting qualifications like NPLQ or NRASTC are advantageous but not compulsory upon application—training opportunities will be provided.)
Benefits
We are a large, diverse, and ambitious business, offering a comprehensive benefits package to enhance your career and wellbeing:
- Bonus scheme – 2% of salary for all colleagues
- Full Health & Fitness membership – For you, one nominated adult, and up to four juniors
- Flexible working – Includes part-time, shift work, and more flexible arrangements
- Additional annual leave – Opportunity to purchase extra days off
- Ongoing personal learning and development – Access to growth opportunities
- Company Pension Scheme – Secure savings for your future
- Healthcare cashback plan – Up to £500 per year saved
- Up to 50% discounts on leisure activities, centre shops, and cafés
- Extra perks – Including discounts from various retailers, cinemas, and more
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What’s Next?
If you meet the essential criteria and are ready to take the next step in your career, apply via our simple five-minute process:
- Upload your CV
- Provide a supporting statement outlining how you meet the role’s requirements
Please note: We may close the role early if we receive a large number of high-quality applications. If you’re interested, we recommend applying immediately to avoid disappointment.
For applicants using a mobile device (such as an iPad):
- Ensure your CV is saved to the cloud (we accept Google Drive, OneDrive, and Dropbox uploads).
Important Information
Safeguarding
At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We are committed to protecting children, young people, and vulnerable adults from harm, abuse, or neglect. Our recruitment process includes:
- Pre-employment checks
- DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks where applicable
By joining us, you agree to uphold our safeguarding policies, report concerns appropriately, and contribute to a safe work environment.
Armed Forces Support
We are proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant. If you are:
- Serving currently
- An armed forces veteran
- A reservist
- A wounded, injured, or sick former servicperson
- A military spouse/partner
And meet the essential criteria for this vacancy, you’ll be guaranteed an interview.
Disability Confident Commitment
We are a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer, meaning:
- Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
- The Equality Act 2010 includes neurodivergent applicants within this assurance, ensuring alternative, neurodiversity-informed recruitment processes are available.
If you have experience with a physical or mental disability or consider yourself neurodivergent, we encourage you to apply—our process caters to various ways of working.
Ready to make a difference? Apply now. 🏊♂️
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