Swimming Teacher – Level 2

Swimming Teachers report to the Pool Manager and work under the guidance of Deputy Pool Manager. The responsibilities include teaching a variety of classes to children of all ages and abilities in accordance with the Swim England National Swimming Curriculum.

Duties and Responsibilities

Swimming Lessons

Work with a group of swimmers to help them achieve the aims required by National Plan for Teaching Swimming

Produce session plans appropriate to the groups you are to work with in accordance with the Swimming Pool Schemes of Work

Swimming Teaching from Poolside or assisting in the water as required by the Pool Manager/Deputy Pool Manager

Maintain records and notes to detail the needs of an individual swimmer

Keep up to date registers of all swimmers attending sessions

Work as part of a team, if necessary assisting with emergencies or evacuations

• Teach in accordance with, the Normal Operating Procedures and Emergency Action Plan

To have a good knowledge of the centre programme and activities and to answer basic questions when required

Assisting with setting up of Children’s Lessons safely and promptly as directed by the Pool Manager/ Deputy Pool Manager

Responsible for the safety and discipline of swimmers whilst on duty

• Attend meetings where reasonably requested by the Pool Manager/ Deputy Pool Manager

Participate actively in supporting the principles and practice of equality of opportunity as laid down by Mount Kelly Swim Centre Equal Opportunities Policy

Health and Safety/Child Protection

Maintain Health and Safety procedures including the Emergency Contact Details and Medical alerts for swimmers in the group

Knowledge of the building, layout and basic equipment, in order to answer basic questions from customers

Provide First Aid and reassurance until the Lifeguard is available to take over filling in the Accident Book/Incident report if necessary

• Ensure all areas are clean and tidy at all times and safe from trip hazards at all times

Report any faults or defects promptly to the Pool Manager/Deputy Pool Manager

Ensure compliance with Mount Kelly Health and Safety and Safeguarding Procedures within the workplace

To carry out all procedures and deal with all situations as indicated in the Normal Operating Procedures and Emergency Action Plan.

Customer Care

Demonstrate good Customer Care/Public Relations skills and have an awareness of customer requirements and behaviour.

• To provide advice to customers on a first point of call basis, referring where necessary.

Be punctual for all sessions wearing the correct uniform.

To actively participate in supporting and promoting the principles and practice of equality of opportunity as detailed in the Mount Kelly Swim Centre Equal Opportunities Policy.

To carry out all procedures and deal with all situations in accordance with the Normal Operating Procedures and Emergency Action Plan

• To adhere to the Mount Kelly Swim Centre Confidentiality Policy

• To adhere to the Mount Kelly Swim Centre Photography Policy

Continuous Professional Development

Ensure all qualifications are renewed and updated as and when necessary

Remain aware of the technical rules of swimming strokes as they change

Personal Specification

Skills and Knowledge	Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to build relationships.
	Reliable with good time management skills The ability to work independently and sometimes under pressure
	Good communication skills
	An ability to prioritise
	A commitment to high quality customer service An in-depth knowledge of Swimming and Coaching skills
Qualifications/	Able to work in a team environment
Experience
	Experience working as a Swimming Teacher Sound knowledge and experience of working to Swim England teaching
	plans
	A good understanding of and commitment to customer care A relevant and current Swimming Teaching qualification Swim England level
	2 or above An understanding of Health and Safety issues within swimming pools
Other Requirements	work in the UK	Satisfactorily meeting the employment checks – Disclosure and Barring Service (DBs) check, references, qualifications and legal entitlement to

The Job Description provides a guide to and general description of the duties and responsibilities of the role and may be amended. It is not exhaustive and the post holder should be willing to undertake any other related tasks, as may be reasonably required.