Academy Swimming Instructor

Job Description

Overview

To provide swimming instruction in stages as per STA teaching plan for swimming.

Summary of Main Responsibilities

• To deliver a range of swimming lessons to all ability groups in line with the company’s swimming development plan
• To instruct children in swimming who attend the facility as part of the company’s swimming programme.
• To give information and feedback to parents when required on the child’s / adults swimming lesson performance via Cap2
• To carry out administrative tasks linked the learn to swim programme via Cap2
• To records information and maintain records on attendance, performance, and progress of swimmers via Cap2
• If NPLQ qualified, to assist in the supervision of the academy.
• To ensure that all equipment is properly used and put away neatly following its use.
• To promote good public relations by effectively dealing with customer queries and complaints.
• To demonstrate a positive public image by maintaining a high standard of personal appearance.
• To undertake regular training as required to ensure knowledge and skills are kept updated.
• To assist in the promotion and marketing of the Swimming Plan as required.
• To undertake appropriate training to continually update skills and knowledge as appropriate
• To administer first aid as required and complete relevant documentation and undertake first aid training as required (where appropriate)
• To carry out any administrative duties relating to the post as required by the management.
• Understanding safeguarding relevant to role.

General

• To undertake such other duties which may be reasonably expected of the post-holder, commensurate with the salary grade of the post and which are within their capabilities.

This post requires an enhanced DBS check.

Required Qualifications

  Essential/Desirable Evaluation Method Good literacy and numeracy skills, which demonstrates an ability to undertake further training Essential Application form/Interview NPLQ Qualification Desirable Application form STA/ASA Level 1 / 2 Qualification Essential Application form First Aid Qualification Desirable Application form Disabled Swimming Instructors Desirable Application form

Required Experience

  Essential/Desirable Evaluation Method Experience of dealing with customers face to face and over the telephone Essential Application Form /Interview Experience of administration duties Essential Application Form /Interview Awareness of Health & Safety at work Essential Application Form /Interview Experience of swimming instruction Desirable Application Form /Interview Work experience in the leisure industry Desirable Application Form /Interview

Required Skills

  Essential/Desirable Evaluation Method Ability to organise and delegate duties to others, but also to work as part of a team and support other team members Essential Application form/Interview Excellent communication skills demonstrating a friendly approach and confidence when dealing with customers and colleagues Essential Application form/Interview Excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrating and ability to be diplomatic, tactful and firm in dealing with members of the public. Essential Application form/Interview Ability to work under pressure and to maintain a professional image Essential Application form/Interview Knowledge of manual handling procedures Desirable Application form/Interview Knowledge of COSHH requirements Desirable Application form/Interview Experience of administration record keeping Desirable Application form/Interview

Other Requirements

  Essential/Desirable Evaluation Method Ability to work flexibly and to attend work including evenings and weekends Essential Interview Demonstrate awareness of equality issues in the workplace Essential Application form/Interview

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