Swimming Teacher New - #1724743

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.

Job Description

Primary objective for the Swimming Teacher will be:

• 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 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. (training will be provided)
• To continue your professional development through various CPDs hosted by the company.
• To maximise the retention of swim school participants through quality standards, motivation and customer care.
• To ensure strong communication links between yourself, swim manager, reception and duty management.
• You will be passionate about always looking for ways to improve our swim lesson programme and better our service to swimmers and customers
  
  

Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills

SEQ Level 1 Swimming Assistant (Teaching) qualification.

SEQ Level 2 Swimming Teacher Qualification or equivalent.

NPLQ or NRASTC (training can be provided)

Personal

Among The Personal Characteristics Sought The Applicant

• 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 build strong relationships with customers, colleagues and teachers.
• Will be able to meet the demands of the role by having some flexibility in their working hours when required.
  
  

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.