Westonbirt School, Tetbury, Gloucestershire GL8 8QG
Swimming Teacher – Baby & Pre-School
OVERVIEW
Are you passionate about teaching swimming and looking to join a dedicated, small team of instructors at one of the most prestigious boarding schools in the Cotswolds? Our private swim academy is seeking motivated and enthusiastic Swim Teachers to join us in helping children learn to swim, using the Swim England Stage Curriculum.
We are looking to recruit a Swimming Teacher for our Baby & Pre-School classes.
* Saturday mornings: 9am – 12pm
* SEQ Level 2 Swim Teacher or STA equivalent
* SEQ Level 2 Teaching Swimming to Babies and Toddler Qualification or STA Baby and Pre-School Swimming.
Salary & Benefits:
Salary: £20 – £25 per hour dependent on qualifications
0 hour contract
* 5% employer pension when threshold met
* Means tested staff discount
* Complimentary lunch
* Access to the group’s counselling scheme
* Access to fully funded apprenticeships, up to L7
* Personal accident at work cover
* Discretionary Christmas stand down
Job Description:
As a Swimming Teacher, you will be responsible for leading swimming lessons for children of various ages and abilities, following the Swim England Stage framework. You will work as part of a small, close-knit team of instructors to ensure that every child receives high-quality, engaging, and supportive lessons. You will help foster a love for swimming while ensuring a safe and fun environment for all students.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver structured swimming lessons for children, following the Swim England Stage Curriculum
* Provide clear and constructive feedback to students, helping them progress at their own pace
* Ensure a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment at all times
* Communicate effectively with parents regarding progress and development
* Work collaboratively with the rest of the swim academy team to ensure consistency and excellence in teaching
Person Specification:
* A qualified swim instructor with relevant certifications (Swim England Level 2 or ASA equivalent essential)
* Must hold either a SEW Level 2 Babies & Toddler Swimming Teacher or STA Award in Aquatic Teaching – Baby & Pre School
* Passionate about teaching children and helping them develop their swimming skills
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport with both children and parents
* Be able to inspire confidence and motivate swimmers
* Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently and as part of a team
* Holding a valid NPLQ or NRASTC qualification is desirable; training can be provided once in post if not attained
* Flexible approach to working hours
* Other sports coaching qualifications are desirable; Rookie Lifeguard Instructor is desirable, not essential.
This role has the possibility of additional hours on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursday evenings and is a 0 hour contract.
Further details can be found in the Candidate Pack. Applications should be made via the Wishford Education Application Form. If you need assistance, please email HR@Westonbirtschool.uk.
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