Swimming Lesson Lead

We are open to upping this role to a full time position if the successful candidate holds a national pool lifeguard qualification, or is willing to take the course (all costs will be covered by us).

Company Overview

Calday Grange Swimming Pool Trust is dedicated to promoting aquatic activities and fostering a vibrant community through swimming programs, training, and sports development. Our facility is a hub for swimming clubs, instructors, and lifeguard training, committed to safety, excellence, and community engagement.

Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Level 2 swimming teacher to oversee daily operations at our swimming pool in West Kirby (Calday) .

This role is vital in ensuring smooth and safe activities while supporting our mission to promote aquatic sports and community well-being.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all swimming lessons and ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Coordinate schedules for Swimming teachers
• Assist in managing swimming classes and training sessions.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and equipment safety.
• Support the implementation of health and safety policies.
• Provide excellent customer service to pool users.
• Lead emergency response procedures when necessary.
• Collaborate with management to improve operational efficiency

Qualifications

• Level 2 swimming teacher
• Proven experience in sports coaching or aquatic supervision.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication abilities.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to swimming pools.
• Ability to handle emergency situations calmly.
• Preferred: Previous experience as a shift supervisor or team leader.
• Certification in lifeguarding or first aid is advantageous - but not essential.
• If you are passionate about aquatic sports and ready to lead a dynamic team at our community-focused facility, dive into this opportunity with us—your leadership can make waves

What does the role involve?

• A visible leader that consistently demonstrates our values through their behaviours
• Develop a culture of high engagement, performance and growth by applying the principles of our leadership and coaching philosophy
• Effective recruitment by selecting the right members for the pool team using a combination of competency and values-based criteria
• Support and enable our teams throughout their career journey so they can be the best version of themselves
• Take ownership for the entire pool environment, providing a team and member experience that is fun, engaging and compliant
• Ensure that you have a large enough, consistent and varied pool lesson program (child/adult) with enough participants to achieve pool revenue targets
• Provide a consistent and varied pool programme that match the needs of our customers and encourages repeat usage and high levels of member recommendations
• This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, which we'll organise.

What you'll bring

• Level 2 Swimming Teacher (essential- or equivalent experience) with extensive experience of delivering 1:1 and group swimming lessons (child/adult).
• A successful track record of leading and managing a diverse group of swimming professionals
• A natural coach who takes pride in developing their team
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate at all levels throughout the company
• A genuine passion and active involvement in fitness and swimming
• A talent for change management through successful implementation and sustainability
• Strong commercial awareness and business acumen
• Target and results driven
• Do the best you can to create exceptional experiences for our members
• Bring your experience and drive to work each day
• Use your initiative and make things happen - whether you want to be with us for the short or long-term

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: £14.50-£15.50 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week

Work Location: In person