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We are Places for People Group, a social enterprise that believes it is people who make a community. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and wellbeing enabler.
We aren't your typical company. We value our People as we do our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you are more than just a number - you’re part of our cause.
More About Your Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Swimming Teacher at Places Leisure, where you will work in a fun, lively environment with like-minded people. You will help inspire others to work together and deliver their best. With your passion for teaching, swimming and excellent class programming and instructing skills, you will be full of enthusiasm while engaging with customers and sharing your extensive knowledge and expertise.
All of our swimmer development stages are based on the National Plan for Teaching Swimming, and as such, our Swimming Teachers should hold a minimum of UKCC Level 2. It would be advantageous to hold a Lifesaving Qualification (NPLQ or NRASTC); however, if you are motivated and driven, we would be happy to support you in achieving either of these qualifications through our learning and development opportunities.
There are many opportunities within Places Leisure. Your career with us as a Swimming Teacher is a great first step to other routes including a Swimming Co-ordinator and a Contract Swimming Development Manager.
We will offer ongoing training and development opportunities, including support with your NPLQ or NRASTC qualifications, enhancing your customer service skills and more.
More About You
* Passionate about helping people of all ages learn to swim or become stronger, faster, or more confident when swimming.
* You will work with customers in groups and sometimes one-to-one to motivate and instruct them during lessons.
* You will be friendly, approachable, and patient with the ability to build trust, encourage and motivate your students.
* You will thrive on helping students achieve their potential, drawing on your knowledge and experience of industry best practice while applying teaching skills effectively.
* Always looking to seek out development opportunities and ideas to further improve the service we provide.
Benefits
* We align with the Real Living Wage foundation
* A 2% bonus scheme for all colleagues
* Full Health & Fitness membership for you, a nominated adult and up to 4 juniors
* Flexible working (including part-time working, shift work and more)
* An opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
* Ongoing personal learning and development opportunities
* Access to our Company Pension scheme
* Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year
* Discounts of up to 50% on activities, centre shop and cafes
* Extra perks including discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and more
What’s next?
If you meet the criteria and are ready to take the next step in your career, apply using our simple 5-minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the role's requirements.
Please note that we may close the closing date early if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested, apply immediately to avoid disappointment.
Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility at Places for People. We are committed to creating safe communities by protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm. Our recruitment includes pre-employment checks, including DBS checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment. By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture and report concerns to protect those in our communities.
Armed Forces - We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant. Places for People will guarantee an interview for any candidate who is serving or has formerly served in the Armed Forces, as a reservist, veteran (including wounded, injured or sick), cadet instructor and military spouse/partner, who meets the essential criteria for the vacancy.
Disability Confident - We are proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The Equality Act 2010 defines a disabled person as someone who has a physical or mental impairment with substantial and long-term negative effects on daily activities.
Neurodivergent – Neurodiverse individuals have valuable skills, and we recognise that a traditional interview process can disadvantage them. Neurodiverse applicants who meet the criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
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