Glasgow Life
Swimming Teacher - 10 Posts
£25,346.03 - £26,895.74
Location: Various
Ref: GLA14672

We believe everyone deserves a great Glasgow life and that starts with the people who work here.

Glasgow Life is a charity like no other. Our vision is to improve the lives of everyone in our city. To help us achieve that, we are looking for qualified Swimming Teachers to join our team on a permanent part time basis. We are offering flexible weekday and evening contracts across our range of swimming pools. As a Swimming Teacher, you will be part of a dedicated team responsible for delivering fun and exciting lessons to our Learn to Swim customers who range from Pre-School to Adults, Beginners to Improvers.

What you need to know

Hours:

Our positions cover our City-wide Learn to Swim venues meaning you could work in any of our venues delivering Swimming Lessons; examples of some of our current vacancies include:

• Tuesday 3:40 - 8pm at Glasgow Club Pollok or Glasgow Club Gorbals
• Wednesday 3:40 - 8pm at Glasgow Club Scotstoun
• Thursday 3:40 - 8pm at Glasgow Club Bellahouston
• Friday 3:40 - 8pm at Glasgow Club Tollcross
• Saturday 8:40am-1pm at Glasgow Club Gorbals
• Sunday 8:40am-1pm at Glasgow Club Gorbals
• Sunday 2:40 - 7pm at Glasgow Club Bellahouston or Glasgow Club Tollcross

All our venues have great links to public transport and either free parking or parking nearby.

Contract type:

• Permanent

Pay details:

The listed salary is for a full-time role. If you're applying for a part-time or bank job, we will calculate your pay on a pro-rata basis. The hourly rate is £13.89 - £14.74 per hour (depending on experience).

Location:

• City-wide, with your main base discussed at interview.

What you'll do

As a Swimming Teacher you'll be a part of an established team, reporting to the Swim Officers/Swim Co-ordinators within our venues and work alongside an established team of teachers. Don't worry if you are new to teaching or don't have a lot of experience; we can provide support from our Lead Teachers and Tutors who can help bring out the best in you! If you have the right aptitude and enthusiasm; we will work with you to make you the best teacher possible

Who you are

We're looking for someone with the right skills who brings energy to the role. If the following sounds like you, apply today!

This role is to work within our evening & weekends programme where our shifts are Monday to Friday 3:40-8pm, Saturday 8:40am-1pm and Sunday 8:40am-1pm and 2:40-7pm.

If you're interested in joining us as a Swimming Teacher, you'll must have one of the following qualifications:

• Scottish Swimming Teachers Qualification (SSTQ)
• UKCC Level 1 OR UKCC L2 Swim Teachers Qualification
• STA Certificate in Teaching Swimming (unfortunately we cannot accept STA Award in Teaching Swimming)

Other qualifications may be considered if they are comparable to the above

We are also looking for candidates who have the following essentials:

• Experience/knowledge and enthusiasm of working with children ages 4yrs and above in a group environment
• Good communication skills and a flexible approach to work
• The ability to work evenings and weekends to meet the needs of our core programme

Our city-wide contracts mean you will be flexible to work in any of our locations. We currently operate our lessons across 6 pools in Glasgow; Scotstoun, Tollcross, Bellahouston, Maryhill, Pollok and Gorbals with Springburn to be re-introduced as our 7th venue after their essential upgrades are completed.

Download the Person Specification in the Job Attachments section on MyJobScotland. Use this to shape your application and show how your experience aligns with the job.

When selecting candidates for interviews, managers will look for candidates who meet all the 'essential' criteria listed in the Person Specification. If there are many candidates, they may also consider desirable skills. So, include those if they apply to you.

If you still have questions about the role, please contact us at swimming@glasgowlife.org.uk to arrange an informal chat.

What we offer

At Glasgow Life, our work changes lives. As a charity, we bring communities together and support wellbeing through sport, culture, heritage, and learning.

Learn more about Glasgow Life in our 10 Facts video in the Further Information section on MyJobScotland.

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• Location:Meadowlands Leisure Centre
• Contract:Devon
• Vacancy Type:Permanent
• Hours per Week:7.5
• Salary:£13.00 - £15.00
• Pay Type:Per Hour
• Function:Swimming Teachers

Swimming Teacher - Multiple Vacancies

This is a permanent position with set working hours and days. We are looking for swim teachers to cover: Monday to Friday 4pm - 6pm 

Do you have an STA Award or Certificate or a Swim England Level 2 Qualification in Teaching Swimming, and experience of teaching a diverse customer base? Do you have the passion to teach swimming?

If the answer to these questions is yes, then join Fusion Lifestyle as a Swimming Teacher, and you will have the opportunity to do what you do best; instil a lifesaving skill, the ability to swim.

People of all abilities and ages are welcome at our centres, and as a Swimming Teacher you will run sessions effectively and efficiently, drawing on your knowledge of teaching best practices, and your passion for ensuring students reach their full potential, at every step. You’ll need to be flexible in your approach to teaching, and your approach to working hours, to suit the needs of the business.

• You will be responsible for preparing lesson plans and a comprehensive scheme of work that meets the requirements of Swim England Learn to Swim Programme. Undertaking sessions according to the programme timetable, and ensuring classes commence and finish at the designated times.
• You will need the natural ability to establish and maintain excellent relationships with our customers and potential customers, putting people at ease, with a real “can-do” attitude; nothing is too much hassle for you!
• You will comply with the Swim England Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct at all times, and ensure all concerns of a child safeguarding nature are referred in a timely and appropriate manner, in accordance with Fusion’s Safeguarding policy.
• You will ensure all lessons are delivered safely and effectively, delivered to a standard that complies with regulations and guidance.
• You will be passionate about always looking for ways to improve our swim lesson programme and better our service to swimmers and customers

Employee Benefits:
Some of the non-contractual employee benefits we offer that you may be eligible to receive include:

• Free Gym & Swim membership at Fusion centres
• Free STA Corporate Membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Industry Leading Training

If you are looking to start or further your career in leisure, within a dynamic company that makes a positive impact on the community, then we want to hear from you.

Click on the link to apply!

PLEASE NOTE: This role is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check

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This job advertisement is not intended to serve as a full job description, and is therefore non-exhaustive. Upon securing an offer of employment, a copy of the job description will be made available to you. This may be amended from time to time, in-line with business requirements.  You may also be required to carry out other duties as reasonably requested by the Company.

Applicants who gain a 'conditional' job offer will be required to undertake appropriate checks and referencing before commencing employment. If the role you have been offered requires you to work with children or vulnerable adults or in an environment that deems necessary, the hiring manager will inform you if a DBS is applicable. If a DBS is undertaken your offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check.

In line with the Immigration, Nationality and Asylum Act, all applicants will be expected to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK if invited to interview. Fusion Lifestyle recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce and we therefore welcome applications from all backgrounds and all sections of the community.

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The Wharf, Tavistock, United Kingdom, PL19 8SP

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• Vacancy Type:Casual Bank
• Hours per Week:0
• Salary:£13.00- £15.00
• Pay Type:Per Hour
• Function:Swimming Teachers

Swimming Teacher - Multiple Vacancies

This is a permanent position with set working hours and days. We are looking for swim teachers to cover: Monday to Friday 4pm - 6pm 

Do you have an STA Award or Certificate or a Swim England Level 2 Qualification in Teaching Swimming, and experience of teaching a diverse customer base? Do you have the passion to teach swimming?

If the answer to these questions is yes, then join Fusion Lifestyle as a Swimming Teacher, and you will have the opportunity to do what you do best; instil a lifesaving skill, the ability to swim.

People of all abilities and ages are welcome at our centres, and as a Swimming Teacher you will run sessions effectively and efficiently, drawing on your knowledge of teaching best practices, and your passion for ensuring students reach their full potential, at every step. You’ll need to be flexible in your approach to teaching, and your approach to working hours, to suit the needs of the business.

• You will be responsible for preparing lesson plans and a comprehensive scheme of work that meets the requirements of Swim England Learn to Swim Programme. Undertaking sessions according to the programme timetable, and ensuring classes commence and finish at the designated times.
• You will need the natural ability to establish and maintain excellent relationships with our customers and potential customers, putting people at ease, with a real “can-do” attitude; nothing is too much hassle for you!
• You will comply with the Swim England Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct at all times, and ensure all concerns of a child safeguarding nature are referred in a timely and appropriate manner, in accordance with Fusion’s Safeguarding policy.
• You will ensure all lessons are delivered safely and effectively, delivered to a standard that complies with regulations and guidance.
• You will be passionate about always looking for ways to improve our swim lesson programme and better our service to swimmers and customers

Employee Benefits:
Some of the non-contractual employee benefits we offer that you may be eligible to receive include:

• Free Gym & Swim membership at Fusion centres
• Free STA Corporate Membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Industry Leading Training

If you are looking to start or further your career in leisure, within a dynamic company that makes a positive impact on the community, then we want to hear from you.

Click on the link to apply!

PLEASE NOTE: This role is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check

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This job advertisement is not intended to serve as a full job description, and is therefore non-exhaustive. Upon securing an offer of employment, a copy of the job description will be made available to you. This may be amended from time to time, in-line with business requirements.  You may also be required to carry out other duties as reasonably requested by the Company.

Applicants who gain a 'conditional' job offer will be required to undertake appropriate checks and referencing before commencing employment. If the role you have been offered requires you to work with children or vulnerable adults or in an environment that deems necessary, the hiring manager will inform you if a DBS is applicable. If a DBS is undertaken your offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check.

In line with the Immigration, Nationality and Asylum Act, all applicants will be expected to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK if invited to interview. Fusion Lifestyle recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce and we therefore welcome applications from all backgrounds and all sections of the community.

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 Swimming Teacher - Variable Hours Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre

 Ready for an exciting career in the Leisure industry?

We have a great opportunity for a qualified Swimming Instructor (STA Award/Certificate or SEQ Level 2), or for someone who can show the passion and willingness to achieve the STA Award qualification.

You will be instructing, coaching and teaching designated activities as appropriate to the level of ability, age range and target groups. You will be responsible for teaching a skill for life and have the ability to relay information in an informative and helpful way. You will be organising and carrying out lesson plans and assessments, ensuring the safe use and storage of equipment, whilst providing customers with confidence in the water.

Halo centres are vital community assets which are well used and supported by the local population. There is always room for growth and you will be a key player in the future of this centre.

Deliver great experiences; delight your customers

Salary: - £13.50 - £15.00 per hour

Hours: - variable

Shifts: -

Start date: To be confirmed

Duties and responsibilities

• Plan and carry out swimming lessons to increase customer skill and confidence

• Provide feedback to customers to help them improve their swimming skills

• Ensure customers are aware of the risks in the water and build confidence to overcome any barriers

• Beat your targets

• Run a safe and clean activity, taking care of the resources which are needed to deliver the services on offer

• Pitch in as needed to help your centre, your manager, your colleagues

• Promote our values and expectations

• Support your colleagues

• Commit to your own development

• Take part in company training programmes

• Provide feedback so we can continually improve

• Respect the privacy rights of customers and colleagues

• Take responsibility for your performance

• Take an active interest in the company and your centre

• Follow company policies, procedures and systems

• Follow the emergency response plan

Skills qualities and experience

• Experience of instruction groups of mixed age and abilities

• Knowledge of the National Plan for Swimming Teaching

• STA Award qualification

• Health and Safety

• Good oral communication and interaction skills

• Flexible approach to working hours including days, evenings, weekends and bank holidays

• Willingness to achieve the NRASTC Light qualification (provided by Halo). See linkfor more details.

Desirable:

• STA Certificate qualified

• NPLQ qualified

What we will offer:

• Pension scheme (with an option to upgrade)

• FREE Halo Active membership and discounted prices for your family

• Occupational Health and Wellbeing Services

• Full training and development

• Cycle to work Scheme

• Flu vaccination

• Access to a range of family friendly leave policies

• Career breaks

• Cash back and rewards

• 10% discount on retail in Halo centres

• Discounted Halo Cafe purchases

• Long service anniversaries

• Enhanced Occupational Maternity Pay

• Apprenticeship and upskilling opportunities through our training provider COPA

For more information and to apply, please visit our website https://haloleisure.org.uk/...

Job Specification

For: Construction Draughting and Revit Trainer

Ref: VR/01405

Job Description

Chatham, Kent
£44000 - £47000 + Excellent Benefits

Due to retirement and team growth, this new vacancy is a great opportunity to join a collaborative and
dynamic team delivering Construction Draughting and Revit training at a unique training facility in
Chatham, Kent.

Are you an enthusiastic and committed individual, with strong communication skills and a passion
to train  others? Are you prepared to extend your own skills and knowledge? This role would suit
someone with a background in architecture or construction drawing, looking for a new challenge.

Excellent benefits which include:
•  Six weeks paid holiday (plus bank holidays)
•  Generous contributory pension
•  Funding for continuous professional development and personal growth
•  Mental Health and Wellbeing support
•  Private healthcare
•  Cycle to work scheme
•  On-site gym

The company is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, all applications will be
considered. We provide support through our Mental Health First Aid and Coaching and Mentoring
schemes, we are accredited Investors in People, ISO accredited, have a Gold Award in the Medway
Healthy Workplaces Programme and have won several Health & Safety awards.

The  company  is  passionate  about  the  success  we  deliver  for  our  learners,  our  partners,  and  local
communities,  empowering  our  people  to  be  ambitious,  solution-focused,  proactive,  and  creative
thinkers.  Our  values,  Commitment  to  learner  success,  Investment  in  People,  Collaboration  through
partnership  to  achieve  shared  goals,  Innovation  to  prepare  for  tomorrow,  and  Courage  to  embrace
opportunities, guide everything we do. Together, they support our vision: to become the UK’s premier
skills  development  partner,  harnessing  innovative  solutions  to  equip  our  clients  for  the  future.  We
have  a  long  and  very  successful  partnership  contract  based  at  the  Royal  School  of  Military
Engineering, Brompton Barracks.

Your role:
Deliver training at Level 3 and 5 in Construction Draughting
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Deliver training in Revit software
•  37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
•  Complete a full teacher training qualification within the first 3 years of contract commencement

(full teacher training package will be provided)

Additional experience to support your application:
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Knowledge and experience of Microsoft Office Applications
Experience using Autodesk AutoCAD

Job Specification provided by:

Sappers Network
RHQ RE, Ravelin Building
Brompton Barracks
Chatham, ME4 4UG
Tele: +44-(0)7496 083483

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Experience with building design and analysis software
Knowledge and/or experience of BIM
Formal or informal teaching roles
Knowledge and experience of e-learning and e-assessment tools

Full Job Description is available on request.

All posts are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service application. The company follows the DBS
Code of Practice.

Compiled by
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: Fiona Louch
: 11/27/25

Job Specification provided by:

Sappers Network
RHQ RE, Ravelin Building
Brompton Barracks
Chatham, ME4 4UG
Tele: +44-(0)7496 083483

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Lecturer – Learning & Engagement

Job Description

Purpose

To  inspire  and  support  learning  related  to  plant  biodiversity  for  undergraduate  horticulture

programmes. This role also contributes to shaping and enhancing programmes, courses, and

student experiences, aligning with the department and division’s strategic goals.

Key Elements of the Role

1.  Deliver high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment for students enrolled in

undergraduate horticulture programmes.

2.  Collaborate with colleagues and academic partners to develop and advance curricula,

learning resources, environments, and student experiences.

3.  Provide inclusive student support, including constructive feedback, guidance, and pastoral

care, ensuring students can access the help they need.

4.  Perform administrative responsibilities related to partnerships and teaching activities,

ensuring timely processes and compliance with academic policies.

5.  Engage in professional development and sector activities to strengthen teaching practice

and stay current with developments in horticulture and education.

People & Organisational Development – December 2025

Core Responsibilities

•  Plan and deliver engaging teaching and learning activities in coordination with the teaching

team and academic partners.

•  Prepare and facilitate learning experiences that are inclusive and accessible to our

students.

•  Assist with pastoral care and guidance, ensuring appropriate support systems are in place

for student wellbeing and success.

•  Provide timely, constructive feedback on assessments to encourage reflection and growth.

•  Assess and manage risks associated with teaching and learning activities to maintain a

safe environment and communicate these to students and colleagues.

•  Maintain accurate student records using appropriate systems in line with academic

policies.

•  Connect with the horticulture sector to ensure teaching reflects current professional

practices.

•  Participate in training, workshops, and conferences relevant to education, biodiversity,

horticulture, and organisational priorities.

•  Undertake other reasonable duties as required to support the success of students and

programmes.

People & Organisational Development – December 2025

Person Specification

Essential Skills

•  Teaching and facilitation – deliver engaging learning experiences both in person and

online, ensuring accessibility for our students.

•  Communication – communicate effectively in written, verbal, and digital formats, adapting

style to diverse audiences.

•  Student support – demonstrate emotional intelligence, active listening, and empathy to

create a supportive learning environment.

•  Collaboration and teamwork – work constructively with colleagues and partners, showing

diplomacy and a solutions-focused approach.

•  Understanding of higher education – knowledge of the Scottish and UK higher education

systems, including relevant policies and practices.

•  Subject expertise – strong grounding in botanical and horticultural science.

•  Qualifications – degree (SCQF Level 10) in plant biodiversity science, horticulture, botany,

ecology, environmental science, or a related discipline, or equivalent knowledge and

experience.

Desirable Skills

•  Understanding of botanic gardens – Awareness of their role in conservation, education,

research, and community engagement.

•  Teaching qualification – A recognised teaching credential or equivalent experience that

demonstrates commitment to high-quality, inclusive education.

•  Driving licence – Full, valid licence to support travel requirements associated with the role.

•  Experience in horticulture.

People & Organisational Development – December 2025

Principal Conductor, Somerset UK

Mid-Somerset Orchestra

Vacancy for Principal Conductor. Somerset, UK.

The Mid-Somerset Orchestra is pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for a permanent professional Principal Conductor to start in September 2026. Established in 1973, our orchestra comprises approximately 50 dedicated amateur musicians from Wells, Glastonbury, Street, Shepton Mallet, and surrounding communities. We are proud to present a wide-ranging repertoire and deliver high-quality classical music to our audiences.

We invite applications from experienced conductors who combine a commitment to musical excellence with the ability to make rehearsals and performances enjoyable, inclusive, and rewarding for all.

The successful candidate will lead rehearsals and concerts (typically four major performances per season) and engage with our committee to select repertoire. Weekly rehearsals are held on Wednesday evenings in Croscombe near Wells, with performances at the outstanding Strode Theatre, Street, Somerset.

For full information and application details, please visit https://midsomersetorchestra.co.uk/vacancy-for-principal-conductor-septe...

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Class Teacher

40 hours per week, 40 weeks per yearQualified Teacher salary range: £30,055 - £41,446 per annum

We have an exciting opportunity for a Class Teacher to join the team at our new Ashdown Garden School, in Forest Row. The school is aiming to open in 2026 and is based near the Emerson College site near the beautiful Ashdown Forest and the village of Forest Row.

In this role you will be ensuring the pupils of Ashdown Garden School engage in learning and achieve by providing practical, experiential and therapeutic education through careful planning of the structure, methodology and delivery of the learning experience.

You will apply your knowledge about learning and the modes of learning to plan and deliver aspects of the Steiner Waldorf Curriculum within the assessment framework of the National Curriculum in addition to their subject area.

You will ensure that students develop basic skills in numeracy, literacy, ICT and core learning skills, together with social skills and will provide opportunities for students to practice and develop these skills, assessing their progress in accordance with the school’s assessment schedule and curriculum policy.

You Will Have:

• Qualified Teacher Status,
• Experience of the National Curriculum framework of assessment,
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A practical approach to engaging pupils.
• Experience of working with children with learning difficulties and/or learning disabilities.
• Experience within specialist education and the Steiner Waldorf Curriculum is desirable.

Working at Ruskin Mill Trust is incredibly rewarding; we offer competitive salaries and holiday allowances, an auto-enrolment pension scheme with a salary sacrifice option, a health cash plan and employee assistance programme via Medicash.

In addition, staff receive valuable training opportunities including an in-depth interactive induction to enable our new team members to experience our Practical Skills Therapeutic Education (PSTE) curriculum and also opportunities for further training and academic research including our own MSc in Practical Skills Therapeutic Education.

For further information or to apply, please visit our website or email the recruitment team.

Closing date is: Friday 30th January 2026, 10amInterviews will be week commencing: 9th February 2026

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Level Disclosure as well as a medical check, references, evidence of qualifications, plus verification of the right to work in the UK.

Class Teacher

based at Forest Row

Class Teacher

40 hours per week, 40 weeks per year

Qualified Teacher salary range: £30,055 - £41,446 per annum

We have an exciting opportunity for a Class Teacher to join the team at our new Ashdown Garden School, in Forest Row. The school is aiming to open in 2026 and is based near the Emerson College site near the beautiful Ashdown Forest and the village of Forest Row.

In this role you will be ensuring the pupils of Ashdown Garden School engage in learning and achieve by providing practical, experiential and therapeutic education through careful planning of the structure, methodology and delivery of the learning experience.

Closing date for applications is Sunday 25th January 2026

Interviews will be week commencing 9th February 2026

Apply now

Teacher of Photography

A dynamic and enthusiastic teacher of Photography is wanted for September 2026 to join a thriving Art department to teach A Level Photography, to lead the teaching of the discipline more widely, and to contribute to the work of the Art department across all year groups. The introduction of Photography into the curriculum at St Edward’s offers a very exciting opportunity for the right candidate.

The successful candidate must be willing to participate fully in the life of the school.

St Edward’s has its own salary scale and benefits; accommodation in North Oxford may be available.

A full job description is available below:

Full job description for the role of Teacher of Photography

Application forms can be found in the blue ‘useful links’ box to the right, or below, depending on your device. Completed forms should be emailed to wardenpa@stedwardsoxford.org or posted to The Warden, St Edward’s School, Woodstock Road, Oxford OX2 7NN.

The deadline for applications is noon on Thursday 5th February 2026. Interviews will take place during the week of 9th February 2026.

St Edward’s does not accept applications from recruitment agencies.

St Edward’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we aim to create and maintain a safe environment for our pupils, where they feel respected and supported. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to become familiar with our policies and procedures for child protection and security. All staff are required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

St Edward’s School is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on age, race, sex, religion, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Please see our Equal Opportunities & Dignity at Work policy on our website for further details.

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