Part Time Swimming Teacher

PART-TIME - Swimming Teacher *Oxfordshire Swim Academy | Wheatley, Oxfordshire | £23–£26 per hour, depending on experience* AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN OUR GROWING TEAM! Oxfordshire Swim Academy is looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and experienced Swimming Teacher to join our friendly and professional team at our Wheatley venue. We deliver high-quality, semi-private swimming lessons in a warm-water environment, helping children develop confidence, water safety and strong swimming skills. If you love teaching, enjoy working with children and take pride in delivering engaging, progressive lessons, we'd love to hear from you! THE ROLE & WORKING HOURS We are currently recruiting for the following weekly term-time shifts at our Wheatley venue: - Tuesday: 3.30 pm–7.00 pm - Wednesday: 3.30 pm–7.00 pm - Friday: 3.30 pm–7.00 pm We are happy to consider applicants who can commit to one, two or all three evenings, depending on availability. Lessons operate during school term time, with holidays following the South Oxfordshire District Council timetable. In addition, teachers are required to commit to a minimum of one week-long intensive swimming course, during either a half-term or summer holiday period each year. OUR TEACHING APPROACH We specialise in water-based teaching, delivering semi-private lessons with small class sizes and a focus on genuine swimming ability, confidence and independence. We follow the Swim England National Learn to Swim Framework but teach without flotation aids such as armbands, using equipment selectively to support skill development. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Deliver fun, engaging and progressive swimming lessons to children of varying ages and abilities. - Teach swimming techniques and essential water safety skills in line with the Swim England framework. - Plan and adapt lessons to suit individual abilities and learning styles, including children with SEN. - Assess swimmer progress, provide feedback and maintain accurate records through our online portal, updating progress at least once every 14 days. - Prepare brief end-of-year progress reports for parents during the summer term. - Maintain excellent safeguarding, safety and teaching standards. - Ensure poolside equipment and teaching areas are kept tidy and organised. - Wear an OSA-branded polo shirt over swimwear while teaching. WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR? - A fully qualified Level 2 Swimming Teacher (SEQ / STA Level 2). - Ideally at least one year's experience teaching children. - A genuine passion for swimming and helping children develop their skills. - A friendly, patient and encouraging approach, with the ability to motivate swimmers. - Confident communication skills and a professional manner when dealing with parents. - Reliable, organised and able to work independently while contributing positively to a team. Desirable: - NRASTC or equivalent first aid/lifesaving qualification. (training can be provided). - Additional CPD or experience in teaching children with SEN. Support and opportunities for further training and professional development are available. PAY & BENEFITS - £23–£26 per hour, depending on experience. - Regular weekly term-time working pattern. - Ongoing training and professional development. - Support towards additional qualifications where appropriate. - Free swimming lessons for your first child. - 50% discount for two or more children. - Friendly, supportive team environment. WHY JOIN OSA? OSA is a growing swim school, opening its first stand-alone facility just outside of Long Crendon, Bucks, by the new year. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, personalised swimming lessons. We pride ourselves on our supportive teaching environment, small class sizes and commitment to helping every swimmer reach their potential. You'll be joining a team that genuinely cares about its swimmers, values its teachers and is passionate about making a difference. If you're a kind, enthusiastic and dedicated swimming teacher looking for regular evening work, we'd love to hear from you! HOW TO APPLY Please send your CV and a brief introduction outlining your teaching experience and availability to: Debi Abdelrahman Director, Oxfordshire Swim Academy debi@oxfordshireswimacademy.com Please include which of the Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday shifts you could commit to.