Job Description

Overview

Are you a passionate, qualified Level 2 Swimming Teacher looking for a place where you can truly make a difference, feel supported, and feel valued as part of a small team?

At BCSA, we are intentionally

not

a large, corporate swim school. We are a small team founded on the belief that learning to swim should be a personal, nurturing, and joyful experience for every child. We are seeking like-minded, self-employed teachers to join our team on a contract basis.

Duties

Conduct swimming lessons for individuals and groups across various age ranges and skill levels in line with the Swim England Learn to Swim Framework and BCSA scheme of work. Deliver lesson plans tailored to each swimmer's needs and progress Demonstrate proper swimming techniques and water safety practices effectively Monitor participants during lessons to ensure safety at all times Provide constructive feedback to help learners improve their skills and confidence in the water Maintain a clean and organised pool area, adhering to health and safety regulations Uphold professional standards of behaviour, punctuality, and communication with clients and team members

Essential qualifications, skills and/or experience:

Must hold one of the following qualifications in teaching aquatics (or equivalent):

Swim England Level 2 in Teaching Swimming (or formerly ASA Level 2 in Teaching Aquatics) STA Level 2 Award in Teaching Swimming Level 1 Teachers Welcome: We will happily consider passionate Level 1 teachers who demonstrate the required team ethos and are eager and committed to achieving their Level 2 qualification. Proven experience in teaching children, ideally in swimming or related aquatic disciplines. A genuine passion for teaching, dedicated to promoting water safety awareness and fostering a lifelong love for the water Possession of a recognised water safety qualification is desirable but not essential. This could include the NPLQ, STA Safety Award for Teachers, NRASTAC, or NRASTAC Light. Strong communication skills with the ability to motivate learners of all ages and effectively collaborate with a team A friendly, patient, collaborative, and professional demeanour suitable for building personal connections with diverse groups of learners and parents Flexibility and ability to commit to consistent teaching hours, including weekends or evenings as required.

How to apply:

If you share our passion for swimming and individual care, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a brief Cover Letter outlining the following:

Your relevant experience Why you feel you would be a strong addition to the BCSA teaching team Your aspirations: please outline your aspirations and any specific qualifications you hope to achieve.
Please email your application to bron@bcswimmingacademy.co.uk by

Sunday 21 December.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 15.00-20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5 per week

Work Location: In person