Part-time swimming teacher

Swimming Teacher (part-time) Whitworth Leisure Centre is an independent leisure facility comprising a pool, gym and fitness studio. We are a registered charity run by a Board of Trustees, and receive no funding from local government. Our mission is to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment where every member of our community is given access to quality leisure, fitness, and wellness facilities, promoting not only physical health but mental wellbeing and social connectivity. We are looking to recruit a motivated and reliable Swimming Teacher to join our team. This is a permanent part-time position working 15 hours per week, with potential for more hours to be added. The working hours would cover the following: National Curriculum School Swimming Lessons: Monday: 1:00pm–3:00pm Tuesday: 9:45am–11:45am, and 1:00pm–3:00pm 1-2-1 and small group lessons: Monday evening: 4:00pm–7:00pm Thursday evening: 4:00pm–7:00pm Friday evening: 4:00pm–7:00pm Total weekly working hours: 15 hours Further hours delivering baby and toddler lessons may also be available on Friday mornings. Essential: Swim England Level 2 Swimming Teacher Qualification (or equivalent recognised qualification) Experience teaching children of varying ages and abilities Confident delivering National Curriculum school swimming lessons Ability to teach 1-to-1 and small group lessons Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Friendly, enthusiastic and reliable with a positive attitude Ability to work independently and as part of a team Good organisational and time management skills Commitment to safeguarding children and promoting a safe learning environment Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one) Desirable: Experience teaching babies and toddlers National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC) or current lifesaving qualification Experience teaching adults and improvers First Aid qualification Flexible approach to working additional hours when required What We Offer: A small and supportive team environment Staff access to the centre’s gym and pool facilities The opportunity to work for an independent community leisure centre that is not tied to a chain or any external organisation Benefits: Free parking Use of on-site gym and pool Licence/Certification: Level 2 Swimming Teaching Qualification (required)