Swimming Teacher | Riviera International Centre/Torbay Leisure Centre

ABOUT US

Lex Leisure is a Community Interest Company (CIC) that has been established to build upon the legacy of two successful Paralympic games in London and Rio, the Invictus Games and other sporting events that have helped to inspire persons with physical, mental or health related inequalities to be physically active. Aiming to deliver high quality services to our customers, the Company also prides itself on its exemplary health and safety record and commitment to staff.

Casual - with the opportunity to become contracted

We are looking for a Swimming Teacher to promote our Swimming Lesson brand, deliver engaging swimming lessons to all ages and abilities and provide exceptional customer service standards.

Primary objectives for the Swimming Teacher will be:

• To ensure the successful delivery of the Learn to Swim programme in line with company policy and Swim England Learn to Swim framework.

The Swimming Teacher will focus day to day on the following tasks:

• To ensure teaching, customer care and health and safety standards are maintained in line with company policy.

• To maximise the retention of swimming lessons participants through quality standards, motivation and customer care.

• To ensure strong communication links between yourself, the swim manager, reception and duty management.

• To deal with customer enquiries, feedback and concerns.

• To deliver group and one to one lessons to a variety of ages and abilities as part of our Learn to Swim Programme, following the Swim England’s Learn to Swim Framework.

• To deliver at least 1 crash course during the year within our Learn to Swim Programme

• To deliver high quality lessons inline with the companies expected standards and schemes of work

• To deliver the companies internal water safety competencies “Swim Safer, Smarter, Stronger”

• To deliver both in and out of the water, providing explanations and demonstrating appropriate swimming techniques for skill level.

• To carry out continued assessments and update the child's progression via the tablet after each lesson.

• To adhere to all health and safety protocols as stipulated in the company's policies and procedures.

• Must hold a NRASTC qualification and lifeguard own sessions when subject to local NOP/EAP.

• To continue your professional development through various CPDs hosted by the company.

The Person

• Our swimming lessons are based on the Swim England Learn to Swim framework and it is desirable to hold an SEQ Level 2 Swimming Teaching qualification or equivalent. Candidates with an SEQ Level 1 Assistant Teaching qualification will be considered with a view to train to complete your SEQ Level 2 Swimming Teaching qualification.

• The NRASTC or NPLQ qualification is desirable but successful applicants will be provided with full training in all aspects of the role. The position is subject to a DBS check.

• Will be able to communicate well with both children and adults in a teaching setting.

• Will be able to gain acceptance and respect from colleagues and customers.

• Will be able to meet the demands of the role by having some flexibility in their working hours when required.

• Will be passionate about always looking for ways to improve our swim lesson programme and better our service to swimmers and customers

DBS

The position of Swimming Teacher is classed as a regulated post and therefore requires a DBS Disclosure. It will be necessary for the post holder to be submitted for a DBS check

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Title - Swimming Teacher

Reporting to - Swim Manager

Grade - Operational

Notice Period - 1 Month

What can Lex Leisure offer you?

• Free gym membership for you and a nominated person / Employee discount portal / Company sick pay / Career Progression and More!!…

How to Apply

If you feel like you’d be successful in this role or are interested to know more, we’d love to hear from you.  Please apply with a letter of application and CV.

For more information visit www.lexleisure.org.uk

We are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers that are committed to inclusion and diversity.

If you are interested in applying for this role, we suggest that you do so at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment as interviews will be held throughout the process. Please note that if you have not received correspondence within 21 days then please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.