Swimming Teacher

University of Leeds; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in England is seeking a qualified individual to deliver swimming lessons at The Edge sports facility. The role requires a Swim England level 2 teaching qualification, excellent communication and organisational skills, and a strong commitment to customer service. Responsibilities include providing swimming instruction and maintaining high standards within the facility. This position offers extensive annual leave and access to various employee benefits, including discounted gym memberships and personal development opportunities.

Benefits

26 days of holiday plus 16 public holidays

Discounted gym membership

Access to personal development courses

On-site childcare and shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Experience delivering swimming lessons and programmes.
• Excellent communication and organisation skills.
• Commitment to providing excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver swimming lessons at The Edge sports facility.
• Provide information to customers and maintain high standards.

Skills

Swimming instruction

Excellent communication skills

Customer service

Organisational skills

Education

Swim England level 2 teaching qualification

Job description

Interviews are expected to be held on the 4th of February 2026.

This role will be based on the university campus.

Do you have experience and knowledge of delivering Swimming lessons and swimming programmes? Do you have excellent communication skills and a commitment to providing excellent customer service?

You will deliver swimming lessons as part of the day-to-day operation of The Edge sports facility. You will play an active role in lesson delivery, providing information to customers and maintaining high standards set by Sport & Physical Activity.

You will have Swim England level 2 teaching qualification and experience and knowledge of delivering swimming lessons. You will have excellent communication and organisation skills with a commitment to customer service.

• 26 days holiday plus 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!

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Please see details of the University’s Pre-employment Health Assessment within the Candidate Brief.