Are you organised Swim Co-ordinator to be responsible for the successful running, development and management of the group & individual Swim programme. From the development of the Swim programme in-line with ASA innovations, to ensuring we have a flexible, exciting and engaging offering, the Swim Co-ordinator is a key part of our customers’ experience with us.
Your job:
Reporting into the Family Activities Manager, and working closely with the Swim Instructors & wider club team, the Swim Co-ordinator will be responsible for:
1. Developing, managing and implementing a comprehensive in club Swim programme, including ASA guidelines, innovations and holiday activities.
2. Ensuring the Swim instructors comply with Health & Safety and department policies to provide a safe environment at all times, acting in accordance with the Safeguarding Children & Vulnerable adults policy and statutory requirements from Regulatory Bodies.
3. Ensuring an excellent level of teaching is delivered to our members, that exciting and engaging activities & lessons are being delivered at all times by leading the Swim Team to achieve a high standard, creating an exceptional experience for our members.
4. Responsible for developing creative and innovative classes following the ASA National Swim Plan for Teaching Swimming.
5. Line management of the Swim team including recruitment, training and development, as well as rotas and payroll.
6. Drive the department to meet all set targets and budgets, exceed commercial success by developing and training existing staff to Brand Standards.
7. Accountable for successfully delivering financial & departmental KPIs, department Health Checks and audits.
What we can’t live without:
To be successful, you’ll have excellent people skills and a flexible approach. Friendly and accessible to colleagues, customers and their children; you’ll have strong interpersonal, organisational and time management skills
8. An ASA Level 2/STA Full Swim Instructor Qualificaiton
9. Excellent communication & interpersonal skills, with the ability to respond appropriately & professionally to everyone you interact with.
10. Previous experience of working in a commercial environment, with the ability to remain calm under pressure and work politely and efficiently in all situations.
11. Proficiency in using a computer with the confidence to learn new systems & databases quickly.
12. Either a Lifeguard Qualification or a confident swimming ability & willingness to take the course within the first month of starting.
13. Enhanced DBS clearance before start date
Our Perks
14. 30 days (including bank holidays) annual leave – and we want you take them
15. Access to The Peoples Pension, with our contributions at 3%
16. Complimentary Virgin Active membership for you and a buddy. You can also get free membership for your children too, ability to take advantage of our Club V.
17. We want you to love Virgin Active like we do, so you get discounts across Virgin active – everything from guest passes to 50% off PT sessions.
18. You will join Virgin Family - where not only can you communicate with your colleagues across Virgin Group, but also many discounts (including Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Holidays and Virgin Media/O2) -
19. Managing finances can be difficult, so we offer access to Salary Finance. They can support you with loans and savings plans, as well as help you become a personal finance expert.
20. Mental health is a cornerstone of wellbeing. Our BUPA employer assistance programme is there when you need a helping hand with 4 free counselling sessions.
21. We know finding a new home to rent can be stressful. We partner with Dexters who offer complimentary corporate letting services – meaning no tenant charges.
22. Access to ePoints, offering loads of online discounts to retailers.
23. Always wanted to take that yoga course? Well VA offer discount on all their Academy courses, trained by the very best instructors.