Swimming Instructor

Role Overview & Responsibilities

About Us -

Kirklees Active Leisure (KAL) is one of the most progressive Leisure Trusts in the UK and we’re very proud of our achievements!

We’re continually developing ourselves and we invest heavily in our product and facilities to provide the best possible experience we can for our customers.

We have over 3 million visits per year with an annual turnover more than £15m, with over 26,000 members and over 7,000 people on swimming lessons.

Benefits of Swimming Instructor role
26 days annual leave + 8.5 public holidays, with 5 further days added after 5 years’ service with KAL

• Staff & family discounted membership
• Good quality pension
• Wide range of career opportunities

Requirements of Swimming Instructor

• Hold the Swim England (STA) Level 2 Swimming Teacher qualification or equivalent ie STA, which would require internal training and RPL during the first 6 months
• Hold the RLSS National Pool Lifeguard or NRASTC Qualification or the ability to complete within the first 3 months of employment
• Flexibility with working hours (daytime, evenings and weekends are a must)

Responsibilities of Swimming Instructor

• Deliver high quality sessions in accordance with the Swim England Learn to Swim/School Swimming Charter Scheme, ensuring that all customers have a great experience.
• Ensure that parents/teachers are aware of children’s progression through the Aquatic Pathway by the effective use of KAL’s recording systems.

Job Types: Part-time, Zero hours contract

Salary: £12.83-£14.38 per hour

Licence/Certification:

• Level 2 Swimming Teacher qualification (required)
• NPLQ or NRASTC qualification (or ability to complete) (required)

Work Location: One location