Swimming Coach

2 months ago


Devon, United Kingdom Devon County Council Full time
Swimming Coach Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Swimming Coach to lead our swimming programmes for primary-aged pupils across our Trust and the local community.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Deliver a pre-designed swimming curriculum as created by Swim England, adapting your teaching style to the needs of all participants.
  • Support Pupils: Help students of varying abilities to develop water confidence and improve their swimming techniques.
  • Collaborate: Work with our teaching staff and swimming assistant to support and monitor pupil progress.
  • Poll Management: Oversee the management and maintenance of the swimming pool, ensuring a safe and well-maintained environment.
Requirements:
  • Minimum 2 years' experience teaching swimming lessons.
  • ASA/Swim England Level 2 Swimming Teacher Qualification.
  • National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) or RLSS UK National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC).
Desirable Qualifications:
  • Level 3 First aid qualification.
  • Poll Plant Operator Certificate.

The starting salary for this position will be determined based on the candidate's current skills and experience, and it may align with either Grade F or Grade G within the NJC pay scales.

Hours of work: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday (30 minutes - Thursday)

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. As this post meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, all applicants who are offered employment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and references before the appointment is confirmed.