About the Role
Join York Vikings Swimming Club as our Lead Swim Teacher and make a real difference in young swimmers' lives You will deliver high-quality lessons, mentor a dedicated teaching team, and ensure our Learn-to-Swim programme runs smoothly in line with Swim England's framework.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and take ownership of the Learn-to-Swim Programme (Stages 1–7), ensuring sessions are safe, engaging, and effective.
* Deliver high-quality swimming lessons and act as a role model for teachers, assistants, and volunteers.
* Mentor and support the teaching team, providing constructive feedback to maintain high standards.
* Plan and coordinate lesson delivery, staffing, and swimmer assessments in collaboration with the Swim Teaching Manager.
* Track swimmer progress using Swim Club Manager (SCM) and issue Swim England Learn to Swim Awards.
* Act as the key liaison between teachers and parents, communicating swimmer progress, addressing queries, and ensuring a positive, customer-focused experience.
* Contribute to staff professional development, identifying training needs and supporting growth.
* Foster a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment for all swimmers.
* Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding, health & safety, and equality at all times.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
* SEQ Level 2 Teaching Swimming (or STA equivalent)
* SEQ Safeguarding in Aquatics
* Experience teaching swimmers of different ages and abilities
* Ability to mentor others and provide constructive feedback
* Previous experience leading or supervising a team
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
* SEQ Level 3 Swim Coordinator qualification (or equivalent)
* National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers & Coaches (NRASTC), NPLQ, or STA equivalent
* CPDs: Introduction to Disability Swimming / Supporting Pupils with SEND in School Swimming
* Experience in a customer-focused role
Why Join Us
* Inclusive, community-focused environment
* Be part of a passionate, volunteer-led team
* Help shape swimmers' progression from beginner to competitive level
How to Apply
To apply, please email your CV and a brief cover letter to:
Join York Vikings and inspire the next generation of swimmers
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: £17.00-£22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 6.5 per week
Work Location: In person