Job Description

Aquatics Delivery Officer

Salary: 28,023 - 31,137 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent, full time

Location: Cheadle Hulme, SK8 6RQ

We can consider part time hours and Term Time Only contract, therefore salary would be pro rata'd.

We have a really exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate individual to join our well-established Seashell Active team as a Aquatics Delivery Officer. This role sits within our dynamic and inclusive health and wellbeing provision, which includes sport, recreation, and physical activity services designed to support children and young people with complex needs.

As part of our strategic growth, Seashell is investing in innovative early assessment and intervention services, and inclusive physical activity is central to this vision. The Aquatics Delivery Officer will play a key role in launching and managing our inclusive aquatics facilitates, helping to embed swimming into the lives of our students, residents, and wider community.

The Aquatics Delivery Officer role is a unique opportunity to:

Lead the delivery and development of inclusive swimming programmes for children and young people with complex needs, as well as the wider community. Drive continuous improvement of pool-based activities and champion best practice in aquatics. Mentor and support swim teachers and apprentices, ensuring high standards of teaching and safety. Play a key role in shaping Seashell's swim strategy and building partnerships with schools, clubs, and governing bodies. Make a real difference by enabling individuals with complex needs to access and enjoy swimming in a safe, supportive environment.
What We're Looking For:

Swim England or STA Level 2 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics, RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification. Experience delivering swimming programmes and water-based activities, ideally including work with children and young people with complex needs. Strong leadership and organisational skills, with the ability to manage a team and a busy timetable. Excellent communication and customer care skills, with a flexible approach to working evenings and weekends.
Aquatics Delivery Officer benefits include:

Detailed 2-week induction programme for all new employees Access to our on-site inclusive gym, fitness classes and swimming pool Blue light discount scheme Benenden Health Care Membership - access to 24/7 GP, physiotherapy, medical treatments, mental health support including counselling service, cancer support, care planning and social care advice Access to a wide range of vocational programmes to support you in your job role Life Assurance (3x Annual base salary) subject to terms and conditions Cycle to work scheme Free on-site parking Paid Enhanced DBS
About Recruitment at Seashell

Our vision is for the children and young people in our care to be safe, happy and to achieve the best possible outcomes so that they are valued and valuable members of their communities.

Our Core Values are represented within the three 'I's' - Integrity Innovation and Involvement

We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunities.

Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria on the person specification will be guaranteed an interview. We are an inclusive employer and welcome all applications.

This charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We provide an environment that is safeguarded and as part of our safer recruitment policy, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check (no cost) and full references will be taken.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,023.00-31,137.00 per year

Expected hours: No more than 37.5 per week

Work Location: In person