Swim Instructors - Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Multiple Vacancies Available
Northumbria Sport are recruiting a Swim Instructor to deliver safe, engaging and effective school swimming lessons that encourage water confidence and the development of skills for all participants.
Ideally available up to 8 hours per week, 38 weeks of the year during school term time.
General Duties and Responsibilities:
In line with the University’s Mission, Strategy and Leadership Attributes, you will:
* Ensure adherence to the highest possible standards of probity and professional behaviour.
* Foster a strong sense of customer service, both internal and external, across teams.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
* To be responsible for the line management of Swimming Instructors and ensure adequate number of teachers are deployed to run each lesson.
* Ensuring safe provision and correct use of all equipment.
* Ensure a safe and supportive learning environment for all participants.
* Identify participants’ abilities and encourage them to reach their full potential
* Provide explanations and demonstrate swimming techniques
* Correct faults in swimming techniques and identify ways to improve performance
* To be a positive role model, creating a positive and fun environment in which to motivate and encourage children and adults to participate in swimming
* Set ground rules for each session
* Evaluate sessions and give feedback
* Regularly assess each participant’s ability and progress and arrange for the award of the appropriate certificates
* Attend regular meetings with the coordinator as and when necessary
* Fully understand and follow the facility’s EAP, reporting any dangerous or unauthorised use of Northumbria University Sport facilities to the Duty Manager and/or University Security.