Swimming Teacher - Casual

LSC Schools Ltd.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused education provider in Manchester seeks an enthusiastic Swimming Teacher for full-time lessons in primary schools. The role involves engaging children through structured swimming education while promoting water safety. Candidates should have relevant qualifications such as ASA Swim England, experience teaching ages 5-11, and the ability to provide constructive feedback. Competitive salary of £21-22k with additional benefits including paid training, annual leave, and childcare support.

Benefits

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Mileage expenses paid

Monthly wellbeing allowance

Free school holiday childcare

Company uniform

Company tablet

Annual CPD budget

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience delivering Swimming lessons to children aged 5-11.
• Knowledge of the National Curriculum for primary school Swimming.
• Ability to provide regular feedback to children and teachers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Swimming lessons to primary school children.
• Teach essential water safety skills and promote a positive learning environment.
• Provide evaluations and track progress of swimming abilities.

Skills

Planning and delivering lessons

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

ASA Swim England Qualification

First Aid Certificate

Safeguarding Qualification

Tools

IT software

Job description

Swimming Teacher - Casual

Salary: £21-22k (£12-£15 per hour)

Location: M12

Dream Big Sports (part of the LSC Group) is an award winning not for profit physical education, physical activity and school sport provider operating across the Greater Manchester region. We provide sport and educational opportunities, delivered with a social purpose.

Our mission is to ignite a passion for physical education, physical activity and sport in the next generation of young people whilst re‑investing into greater opportunities for disadvantaged communities.

Do you want to be a part of a team striving to achieve our mission? Are you passionate about sport & physical activity? Do you like the idea of positively impact the lives of young people?

If you answered YES to the above questions then #TeamDreamBIG could be the place for you!

Job Specification

We are currently looking to recruit a motivated, committed and enthusiastic individual on a full‑time basis. The successful candidate will be passionate about the Dream Big Sports brand and will be responsible for delivering high quality Swimming lessons in primary schools.

Your role will include:

• Planning and delivering Swimming lessons using a variety of techniques to engage and educate children.
• Helping children to develop their swimming ability and reach their full potential through consistent support.
• Teaching water safety skills to children in a fun and inclusive way, ensuring that they understand the importance of staying safe in and around water.
• Using high‑quality equipment and following safety standards to ensure lessons are a safe and enjoyable swimming experience.Creating a positive and inclusive environment where children feel comfortable and confident to learn.
• Providing regular feedback and evaluations to children and teachers to track progress/celebrate achievements.
• Completing relevant risk assessments and logs to ensure safety of participants.
• Taking appropriate steps to identify and overcome barriers to participation.
• Attending professional development where required for the role.
• Being a positive role model, creating a positive and engaging environment which encourages participation in sport and physical activity.
• Being a brand ambassador, demonstrating our company values.
• Assisting with the promotion of other Dream Big Sports products and services.

To be considered for the role you will need to have the following:

Personal Attributes

• Strive to deliver high levels of performance at all times.
• Passionate and driven to help improve levels of physical activity.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to plan, organise and facilitate high quality Swimming lessons.
• Solve problems effectively and efficiently.
• A team player and demonstrate entrepreneurial qualities.

The successful candidate will embody our core values:

• Play, as a team
• Own it!
• Strive to improve, everywhere
• Be a role model
• Bring the passion
• Create memorable experiences

Knowledge and Experience

• Knowledge of the National Curriculum for primary school Swimming.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience delivering Swimming lessons to 5‑11 year olds.
• Experience of using IT software.

Qualifications

• ASA Swim England Qualification x1
• First Aid Certificate
• Safeguarding Qualification
• Current Enhanced DBS Check
• NPLQ (preferred)

General

• Driving licence and access to own form of transport.
• This job is subject to receipt of DBS and relevant references.

Training and Development

• Internal CPD (equivalent to 50 hours per annum)
• External training, workshops and resources.
• Regular performance reviews.

Working for Dream Big Sports

• Full-time contract of 35 hours per week.
• Competitive salary of £21,000 - £22,000.
• Incentives & performance related bonuses.
• 20 days annual leave and the opportunity to gain more in addition to bank holidays.
• Mileage expenses paid.
• Monthly wellbeing allowance.
• Free school holiday childcare.
• Company uniform.
• Company tablet.
• Full access to equipment and resources.
• Annual CPD budget.

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