Saturday Swim Teacher

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4.5 Hours on Saturdays 8.30am - 1.00pm

Salary will be pro-rata based on hours

We are looking to appoint a qualified Swim Teacher to join our Swim School Team in delivering a fun, safe and effective programme for all users at our Diss Swim Centre. Responsible for Saturday morning swimming lessons, you will require an SEQ Level 2 Teaching Swimming to Babies and Toddlers qualification.

This role presents an excellent opportunity to contribute to the continued success of Diss SwimCentre and to support the development of swimming skills within the local community.

In addition to teaching our 'Learn to Swim' programme, we are particularly interested in hearing from candidates who are experienced in delivering Group, Adult and Child, individual or 2:1 lessons.

You will need: a Level 2 Swim England qualification (or STA equivalent), together with a National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches or an RLSS National Pool Lifeguard qualification (or be willing to undertake within a specified timeframe). The Saturday hours will require an SEQ Level 2 Teaching Swimming to Babies and Toddlers qualification.

About You

You'll bring experience of planning and delivering swimming lessons for groups of varying abilities, along with a good understanding of health and safety requirements and safeguarding within the leisure sector. You'll be well organised and reliable, with strong timekeeping, and able to communicate clearly and effectively. A positive, tactful approach, combined with good teamwork and customer service skills, will help you create a welcoming and supportive environment.

Interview Date: W/C 14 December 2026

For further information about the role or our organisation, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the recruiting manager, or the People Team as follows:

James Conquest – Assistant Centre Manager

Email: james.conquest@southnorfolkandbroadland.gov.uk

Tel: 01603 369752

People Team: peopleteam@southnorfolkandbroadland.gov.uk

Tel: 01508 533995

Why Join Us?

We offer flexible working hours for most office-based roles, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. As part of our team, you will enjoy a range of employee benefits, including free onsite parking, employee discounts, a competitive holiday allowance, wellbeing initiatives, and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.

You will be joining a progressive and supportive organisation that is committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

To hear why our employees think that working for us is so special, please visit our website.

South Norfolk and Broadland Councils are committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and all applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate checks for the position, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.