Swim Teacher

Are you passionate about inspiring the next generation through swimming? Want to be apart of a team ensuring Children have key life skills? Would you like to work in a supportive team environment with a range of exciting career opportunities available? Founded in 2011, Sports Coaching Group is a community focused sports coaching organisation delivering high quality physical activity, PE, extra-curricular events, wellbeing programmes, swimming services across schools and local communities in Cheshire, Staffordshire, and Shropshire. Operating as part of the Emphasis Foundation, we offer a variety of career opportunities within primary school sport, community events, wellbeing initiatives, and alternative provision programmes, like no other in the field. As one of the market leaders, providing high-quality swimming lessons to primary schools. We bring swimming lessons to primary schools through installing pop-up Swimming Pools. At Sports Coaching Group, we are committed to creating a positive and supportive learning environment where children can develop strong swimming skills, confidence, and a lifelong love for swimming. With a strong emphasis on professional standards, safeguarding, and development, we provide a supportive environment for staff who are driven about making a meaningful impact through sport while developing their careers. About the Role We are seeking passionate and qualified Swim Teachers to join our team at Sports Coaching Group. The role will take place in primary schools across Cheshire, Staffordshire and Shropshire with overtime opportunities in the evenings, weekends and during school holidays. The successful candidate will be delivering swim stages 1 to 4, aligned with swim England's Learn to Swim scheme. Working hours are generally between 9am-3pm with some exceptions which would require a 4pm finish. Key Responsibilities: Plan, prepare, and conduct structured swimming lessons for students of varying ages and skill levels. Based around our Swimming stages. Teach fundamental swimming techniques, water safety skills, and stroke development in a progressive and age-appropriate manner. Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student participation and skill development. Provide individualised instruction and support to students, addressing their unique learning needs and challenges. Conduct assessments to track student progress. Ensure the safety and well-being of students during swimming lessons, adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines. Communicate effectively with students and parents providing updates on students' progress and addressing any concerns. Stay current with industry trends and best practices in swimming instruction, incorporating innovative teaching methods into lessons. Requirements: Essential Valid level 2 swim teacher certification. The ability to gain an Enhanced DBS. Strong swimming skills and proficiency in various swim strokes and techniques. Previous experience teaching swimming lessons to children. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate young learners. Patience, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for teaching swimming and water safety. Ability to adapt teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and abilities. Punctual, reliable, and a strong sense of responsibility. Ability to travel Desirables Safeguarding and First Aid certifications Driving License Benefits: Competitive salary Bonus Schemes Company pension Opportunity to Career Development Continuous Professional Development and Training Opportunities Reimbursed Training Qualifications Flexible working options Childcare and Swimming Lessons support Employee discount Free or subsidised travel Onsite free parking Company events Rewarding work environment focused on promoting water safety and swimming proficiency among children. Sports Coaching Group is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.