Swimming Instructor Job Description
At Oxford Leisure Community Trust, our goal is to encourage active, healthy lifestyles in a safe, warm, clean, friendly, and fun environment. We aim to be the destination of choice for active community members, helping you make MORE of every day. To deliver these services, we seek an enthusiastic, customer-focused Swimming Instructor to join our team.
We follow the tried and tested Swim England learn to swim framework to develop swimmers' confidence through fun and enjoyable lessons. Many swimmers progress to competitive swimming and even represent our country.
Your role involves delivering safe, fun, and progressive swimming lessons. We also prioritize your career and personal development, offering flexible contracts based on your availability.
We cover the costs for safeguarding and DBS checks, and you do not need to hold personal insurance as you will be covered by ours. Working with us provides opportunities across our leisure centres and supports ongoing training and learning through our Aquatic Training Academy, with pathways into management or other areas.
All teachers receive a free membership for themselves and a friend or family member to enjoy our services.
Role Requirements
* Excellent customer service skills, comfortable working with people of all ages and backgrounds.
* Hold either a STA Award/Certificate in Teaching Swimming or Swim England Level 2 qualification.
* Having a valid RLSS UK NPLQ, NRASTC, or STA Safety Award for Teachers is advantageous but not essential, as we can provide free training for these courses.
* A DBS check is required.
Why Work for Serco
Swimming teaches vital skills for life, promoting health and happiness. As a swimming instructor, you play a key role in community development and personal achievement.
Opportunities for progression include aquatics coordination and centre management roles.
We support your growth with ongoing training and development, and you will experience the satisfaction of helping others develop essential skills.
What We Offer
* Free membership at the centre, with discounted access to classes and facilities.
* Free safeguarding training and DBS checks.
* Development and training opportunities through our in-house Aquatic Training Academy.
* 6% employer-matched pension contribution.
* Annual leave (pro-rata for part-time) plus public holidays.
* Life assurance up to 2x your base salary.
Serco/Serco Leisure Operating Limited manages these facilities on behalf of the Trust. We handle recruitment and employment processes. The Trust is committed to equal opportunities. Applicants are encouraged to contact the Recruitment Team for any additional needs or queries. All employees will undergo a DBS check where appropriate.
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