Job Description

: Self-Employed Swimming Teacher (Regular & Cover Work)

Company:

Swimtime North Lancs

Location:

Barrow-in-Furness

Hours:

Weekdays & Weekends

Job Type:

Self-Employed

We are looking for someone to join our teaching team in Barrow-in-Furness. Ideally you will hold a level 2 swim teaching qualification,

however for the right candidate training and obtaining this qualification can be arranged if you don't currently hold this qualification.

Whether you're looking to take on regular weekly sessions or provide vital cover when needed, we want to hear from YOU!

What We're Looking For:

An

outgoing personality

and a

love for working with children

Reliable and punctual

with great communication skills

Passionate about teaching

swimming and building water confidence Able to work independently or as part of a supportive team A

conscientious approach

to safety, learning, and fun Confident using online tools to update registers and assess pupils

Requirements:

You must be able to commit to teaching from 1st week in September until last week in June.

(we do not teach in July, Christmas or Easter Holidays)

Level 2 Swimming Teacher qualification

(STA or equivalent) -

Training can be given to the right candidate if not qualified.

Pool Rescue Award

or equivalent lifesaving qualification Public liability insurance (e.g. through STA, IOS membership)

DBS

scheme membership Up-to-date

Safeguarding and Protecting Children

CPD Ability to assess swimmers in line with the

Swimtime Award Programme

Two

professional references

required

Job Responsibilities:

Deliver engaging, structured and fun swimming lessons to children Track pupil progress and update

online registers

regularly Assess and award swimmers based on the

Swimtime programme

Provide

cover

for other swimming teachers as required Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment at all times

Apply now

by either messaging us or sending your CV and two references to northlancs@swimtime.org--we can't wait to meet you!

Job Type: Freelance

Pay: 20.00 per hour

Application question(s):

Do you hold a current Level 2 swim teachers award Do you hold a current pool rescue award Do you hold a current membership to STA, Scottish Swim, IOS Do you hold a current CPD for Safeguarding & Protecting Vulnerable Groups Do you hold a current membership to DBS Scheme?
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 18/08/2025