Job Description
CONTRACT TYPE: 2 x Part-Time 10 Hours
CLOSING DATE: Sunday 22nd June 2025
Interview Date: Monday 7th July 2025
To lead and deliver learn to swim sessions to the standard outlined by Scottish Swimming (SASA) and the National Framework for Swimming. Adapt lessons as needed for individual and group needs. Before appointment, candidates must obtain PVG scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and join the relevant PVG scheme.
Requirements
* Minimum Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics with a commitment to qualify to UKCC Level 2 Teacher of Aquatics / ASA or equivalent within an agreed timescale.
* Applications from candidates with the new SSTQ (Scottish Swimming Teacher Qualification).
* First Aid Qualification.
* Child Protection Training.
* Salary placement depends on qualifications and experience.
Responsibilities
* Deliver engaging swimming lessons to children and adults of all abilities, following the Scottish Swimming (SASA) Learn to Swim programme.
* Use assessment methods to monitor and record swimmers' progress according to the LTAD Swimmer Pathway.
* Promote the Fife Sports and Leisure Trust (FSLT) Learn to Swim programme and inform about other services.
* Participate in Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and additional training as per the FSLT development scheme.
* Follow FSLT guidelines, policies, and health and safety procedures, especially when working with vulnerable groups.
The Individual
* Experience delivering swimming lessons to children and adults, following the Scottish Swimming Learn to Swim Programme or equivalent.
* Ability to work with swimmers of all levels, from beginners to stroke development.
* Effective communication with swimmers, parents, and team members.
* Understanding of health and safety in lesson delivery.
* Ability to mentor UKCC Level 1 Teachers or Assistant Swimming Teachers.
* Enthusiastic, confident, and motivating.
* Excellent communication skills, outgoing, and innovative.
* Ability to listen, adapt quickly, and work as part of a team.
* Punctual and reliable.
This job posting is active and accepting applications.
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