Job Description

: Swim Instructor

Activ Camps Ltd is a friendly and lively company running multi-activity camps, clubs and events for children aged 4-14 across South London. We are passionate about facilitating the highest quality experience for children within our community, providing them with the very best activities and equipment when joining us.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Swimming Teacher to join our team at our School holiday camps. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in teaching swimming to children of various ages and skill levels. As a Swimming Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and conducting swimming lessons, ensuring the safety of all participants, and creating a fun and engaging learning environment.

Reports To:

Site Manager and Assistant Site Manager

Hours:

Site Dependant

Daily Pay:

20 per hour

Contract:

Tuesday 27th May - Thursday 29th May

St. Paul's School ~ 11:15 - 15:30

Lonsdale Road, SW13 9JT

Burntwood School ~ 13:00 - 16:00

Burntwood Lane, SW17 0AQ

Emanuel School ~ 13:00 - 16:00

Battersea Rise, SW11 1HS

Wimbledon College ~ 13:00 - 16:00

Edge Hill, SW19 4NS

Key Responsibilities

To deliver swimming lessons tailored to the age and skill level of participants. To instruct and demonstrate swimming techniques, strokes, and water safety skills. To provide individualised attention and feedback to each participant to support their learning and development. To ensure the safety of all participants by enforcing pool rules and maintaining constant supervision. To assess the swimming abilities of participants and track their progress over the course of the programme. To collaborate with other staff members to coordinate activities and ensure a smooth operation of the holiday camp. To maintain a clean and organised swimming area, including pool equipment. To uphold Activ Camps' Safeguarding and Health & Safety Policies at all times, ensuring that the children's and staff's safety and wellbeing is always our first priority.

Essential Attributes

18+ years old and must have permission to work in the UK by the start of their employment. Minimum of Level 2 qualification in Swim Teaching or equivalent qualifications. Ability to work responsibly, prioritising the welfare and safety of the children at all times. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships with children, parents/carers, and colleagues. Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to confidently lead activities for groups of children. Ability to work under pressure and maintain professionalism at all times. Reliable and trustworthy, with excellent time management.

Desirable Attributes

Experience leading swim sessions with children and/or young people. Holds an Enhanced DBS Check issued within 3 months, or on the DBS Update Service. Coaching and/or activity and sports specific qualifications. Ofsted approved, 12-hour paediatric first aid training qualification.
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 20.00 per hour

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 27/05/2025