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Creating Active Futures (CAF) operate and manage sports and leisure facilities provided by local authorities. The aim is to operate community based sports and leisure facilities, enhancing accessibility for all individuals to engage in diverse physical activities. Specifically, CAF aims to empower individuals to overcome barriers to participation in sports and leisure including those facing financial constraints, limited opportunities, or lacking necessary support to fully engage in sports activities.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Primary objective for the Swimming Teacher will be:
- To deliver group and one to one lessons to a variety of ages and abilities as part of our Learn to Swim Programme, following the Swim England's Learn to Swim Framework.
- To deliver at least 1 crash course during the year within our Learn to Swim Programme.
- To deliver high quality lessons inline with the companies expected standards and schemes of work
- To deliver the companies internal water safety competencies "Swim Safer, Smarter, Stronger"
- To deliver both in and out of the water, providing explanations and demonstrating appropriate swimming techniques for skill level.
- To carry out continued assessments and update the child's progression via the tablet after each lesson.
- To adhere to all health and safety protocols as stipulated in the company's policies and procedures.
- Must hold a NRASTC qualification and lifeguard own sessions when subject to local NOP/EAP.
- To continue your professional development through various CPDs hosted by the company.
- To maximise the retention of swim school participants through quality standards, motivation and customer care.
- To ensure strong communication links between yourself, swim manager, reception and duty management.
- You will be passionate about always looking for ways to improve our swim lesson programme and better our service to swimmers and customers
SEQ Level 1 Swimming Assistant (Teaching) qualification.
SEQ Level 2 Swimming Teacher Qualification or equivalent.
NPLQ or NRASTC
Personal
Among the personal characteristics sought the applicant:
- Will be able to communicate well with both children and adults in a teaching setting.
- Will be able to gain acceptance and respect from colleagues and customers.
- Will be able to build strong relationships with customers, colleagues and teachers.
- Will be able to meet the demands of the role by having some flexibility in their working hours when required.
