School Swimming Teacher (Fixed Term, Part Time)

Swim Teacher Role: • To work under the guidance of teaching/senior staff and within an agreed system of supervision; • Deliver swimming lessons to all age ranges which motivate, challenge and inspire pupils; • Assess swimming improvement and recommend further development; • Contribute to termly report writing, record levels of attainment and set targets for pupils • Ensure each group is managed safely; • Be available to teach during the school day; • Be willing to contribute to extra-curricular activities Wider school role: • Fulfil wider professional responsibilities: o Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the school; o Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues, knowing how and when to draw on advice and specialist support; o Communicate effectively with parents under the direction of SMT and teachers with regard to pupils’ achievements and well-being; o Ensure Health and Safety at all times and in accordance with school policy; o To communicate and consult with parents of pupils on a regular basis, in line with our open door policy; o To take on further responsibilities according to experience and levels of professional development. • Maintain high standards of ethics and behaviour, within and outside school: o Treating pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position; o Having regard for the need to safeguard pupils’ well-being, in accordance with statutory provisions; o Showing tolerance of and respect for the rights, faiths and beliefs of others; o Having proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the school, maintaining high standards in own attendance and punctuality; o Having an understanding of the frameworks which set out professional duties and responsibilities. • Undertake a range of tasks and activities: o Meet with, and report to Head as necessary; o Attend staff INSET, workshops and staff development, as required; o Attend First Aid/Health & Safety courses, as required; o Attend Child Protection/Safeguarding training courses, as required; o Undertake any other reasonable duties or tasks directed by the Head. Essential Requirements • Swim England (ASA) Level 2 or STA Level 2 • A true love of swimming with a friendly personality • Experience of teaching and/or coaching; • Understand Health and Safety requirements of a swimming pool; • Be willing to contribute to life at Carrdus School; • Show evidence of having the following personal attributes: o Be a positive role model; o Be a good team player; o Be a strong communicator; o Have a strong work ethic; o Have good interpersonal skills; o Have a natural ability to get on with, support, understand and command the respect of children; o Have enthusiasm for and interest in the education and welfare of young people. Desirable Requirements • Previous experience of working in a School in a similar role; • A recognised pool rescue award NPLQ or NRASTC qualification; • Paediatric first aid qualification (Training can be offered).