Job Title: Disability Swimming Volunteer
Location: Abertillery Sports Centre
Time Commitment: 1 hour per week (Thursday)
Reports To: Aquatic Development Officer / Community Sports Development Officer
Duration: Ongoing
Role Purpose:
To provide 1-2-1 support for disabled swimmers during swimming sessions at Abertillery Sports Centre, helping them feel safe, supported, and confident in the water. Volunteers play a vital role in enabling swimmers to enjoy physical activity, improve their skills, and participate fully.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide tailored, 1-2-1 support to a swimmer with a disability in the pool (under supervision of a Level 2 Swimming Instructor).
* Assist with water confidence, mobility, and basic swimming techniques.
* Communicate clearly and positively with the swimmer to build trust and encourage participation.
* Work closely with instructors and lifeguards to ensure the swimmer’s safety at all times.
* Adapt support to suit the swimmer’s individual needs and ability level.
* Help with poolside transitions (getting in/out of the water) as required and appropriate.
* Encourage independence and enjoyment in the water.
* Maintain confidentiality and uphold safeguarding practices.
Essential Skills & Qualities:
* Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills.
* Comfortable working in a swimming pool environment.
* Reliable and punctual.
* Willingness to learn and take direction.
Thorough pre-employment screening is undertaken during the recruitment process. The post holder will be required to complete an application for a Disclosure of Criminal Records