Level 1 Swimming Teacher

Location: Trinity Arts & Leisure Bedford

Working Pattern: When needed

About the role:

We are looking for Level 1 Swimming Teacher to join our Care, Childcare and Counselling Department based at Bedford College. As a Swimming Teacher you will play a pivotal role in the success of our students by:

Providing support and assistance to all customers and other staff members.

Presenting a professional image to all customers

Teaching people of all ages and abilities to develop swimming techniques and skills and build their confidence within the water.

Ensuring the safety of all those in your care.

Planning and delivering lessons according to skill set/age of students

Identifying individuals abilities and encourage them to reach their full potential

Correcting incorrect swimming techniques and through evaluation and positive feedback help to improve performance

About you:

Current NPLQ

Awareness of health and safety practices in relation to pools and sports facilities

Able to understand and follow instructions

Able to motivate swimmers and build their confidence within the water

Ability to supervise customers and deal with difficult situations in a calm and professional manner

Ability to obtain a recognised lifesaving qualification and maintain fitness levels to effect pool rescues when required

Positive role model to swimmers

Create a fun, positive environment for children and adults to swim in.

Provide a safe environment for education

Flexible approach to work e.g. evenings and weekends

Job Description:

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