Level 2 Swimming Teacher

Role

• To teach one to one lessons for swimmers from 3 years old as well as adults of all ages and abilities to develop confidence in the water, swimming skills and technique.
• Enthusiastic and very positive attitude towards swimming.
• Great communicator.
• The ability to inspire confidence and motivate swimmers.
• Perseverance and great patience.
• The ability to encourage swimmers and put them at ease.
• An understanding how to differentiate for each lesson.
• Ideally the candidate will hold a valid National Reach Rescue Award / Pool Attendant Qualification or National Pool Lifeguard Qualification, although not essential.
• Always professional, punctual and well organised person responsible for the implementation, development and organisation of swimming classes.
• Flexibility to work weekdays and/ evenings.
• Being able to teach in both Glasgow and East Kilbride venues.
• Level 2 Teaching Aquatics.
• At least one year experience.
• Hold an up-to-date Disclosure Scotland Certificate.
• Participate in shadowing our lessons as training.
• 10+ hours per week.

Main Duties

• To ensure the safety of all swimmers.
• To ensure you deliver a structured lesson that follows our learn to swim programme.
• Ensure safe provision of all equipment and ensure it is used properly.
• Identify participants' abilities and encourage them to reach their full potential.
• Deliver a lesson appropriate to the level of the swimmer.
• Provide explanations and demonstrate swimming techniques.
• Correct faults in swimming techniques and identify ways to improve performance.
• 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.
• Evaluate and give feedback at the end of every class.
• At the end of each month assess each swimmer's ability and progress and award the appropriate certificate.
• To attend regular meetings with Swimming Masters Executive Officer's.
• To agree to abide by a code of conduct and carry out duties including equal opportunities, safeguarding children and health and safety at work.