Take part in 1 hour training session every 40 hours worked.
Appropriate certificates: • ASA Level 2 or equivalent (Required)
Also: Follow Ducklings and Dolphins rules, policies, including equal opportunities, safeguarding children, health and safety at work, etc.
Additional Requirements: • Enhanced DBS checked
Pay: £20 per hour
Location: Bradford/Leeds
To apply: Please contact Shane Dudley on: Or call: 07738657064
Tasks
Job Description Role: To help teach and coach people of all ages and abilities to develop swimming skills, technique, and confidence in the water. We focus on technique-based but fun teaching with the philosophy of practice makes permanent.
Skills: • Enthusiastic and positive attitude towards swimming; • Good communicator with children and adults; • The ability to inspire confidence and motivate swimmers; • Perseverance and patience; • The ability to encourage people and put them at ease; • An understanding of how to differentiate in a coaching session; • Professional, punctual, and well-organised person responsible for the implementation, development, and organisation of swimming classes; • Work well as a team member.
Knowledge: • Understanding of relevant policies and codes of practice; • Basic understanding of child development; • Working and caring for children and a wide range of barriers to learning including any additional support and/or learning difficulties.
Main Duties
1. Ensure safe provision of all equipment and ensure it is used correctly.
2. Make sure safety standards are followed in sessions and undertake risk assessments.
3. Identify participants’ abilities and encourage them to reach their full potential.
4. Plan and deliver sessions appropriate to the level of swimmer.
5. Provide explanations and demonstrate swimming techniques.
6. Correct faults in swimming techniques and identify ways to improve performance.
7. To be a positive role model, creating a positive and fun environment in which to motivate and encourage children and adults to participate in swimming.
8. Set ground rules for each session.
9. Evaluate sessions and give feedback.
10. Regularly assess each participant’s ability and progress and arrange for the award of the.
Requirements
• Level 2 Swim teachers qualification
• DBS
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