Southampton & New Forest Swim Manager

World of Swimming is excited to welcome an enthusiastic, motivated Level 2 Swimming Teacher to join our leadership team as the Southampton & New Forest Swim Manager, overseeing our swim schools at Regents Park (Southampton) and New forest Pools This hybrid role combines high-quality teaching with on-site leadership, staff supervision, customer care, and operational management — perfect for a confident instructor ready to step into a rewarding managerial position. About World of Swimming At World of Swimming, our mission is simple: to teach the world to swim. Each week, we teach over 2,000 swimmers across Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire and Oxfordshire, supported by our team of more than 100 passionate instructors. Our values — Safe, Fun, Progress — shape every lesson and every interaction, helping swimmers learn with confidence and enjoyment. Role Overview As the Southampton & New Forest Swim Manager, you will: Deliver high-quality swimming lessons using the Swim England framework Oversee daily operations at the Regents Park and Forest Lodge swim schools Supervise, coach, and support a team of Swim Instructors Ensure lessons run smoothly, safely, and to a high teaching standard Be the friendly, professional point of contact for families and swimmers Uphold our values and create an environment where swimmers and staff thrive Teaching & Supervisory Hours Weekly Onsite Teaching/Manager Hours (40 weeks per year): Monday16:00–18:00 Forest Lodge (Lyndhurst) 2Hrs Tuesday16:30–18:00Regents Park 1.5Hrs Wednesday16:00–18:00Forest Lodge (Lyndhurst) 2Hrs Thursday16:00–17:30Regents Park 1.5Hrs Friday16:00–17:30Regents Park 1.5Hrs Saturday12:00–14:00Regents Park 2Hrs Deliver safe, fun, and progressive lessons from beginners to competitive levels Create structured, engaging classes following the Swim England framework Build strong relationships with parents, offering feedback and support Complete new swimmer inductions and request swimmer reviews Team Management Supervise and mentor Swim Instructors during lessons Lead pre-shift team huddles and cascade important updates Conduct staff reviews, training sessions, and performance feedback Manage rota cover and staff attendance, ensuring every shift is staffed Operational & Administrative Duties Oversee the smooth operation of both sites in line with SOPs and safety standards Complete Supervisor reports, term planning, and KPI updates Manage swimmer movements, cancellations, and progress tracking via Soakly Maintain equipment, teaching resources, swim hats, and progress cards Carry out facilities checks (temperature, chlorine levels, cleanliness) Ensure poolside areas are safe, clean, and ready before and after sessions Health & Safety Leadership Ensure safeguarding, risk assessments, and H&S policies are consistently followed Lead by example in maintaining vigilance and responding to incidents Support safety drills, compliance checks, and staff readiness What We Offer Competitive pay structure and holiday pay Supportive, dynamic working environment Opportunity to teach small groups (3–5 swimmers) Professional development, CPDs, and management training A meaningful role where you help teach a life-saving skill A chance to be part of a friendly, growing team with a clear mission Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract, Zero hours contract Benefits: Employee discount On-site parking Referral programme