Organisation Trafford Leisure Salary From £12.90 – £16 per hour once you qualify Location Trafford Contract type Permanent (Part time) Closing date 2 March 2026 Job Description BECOME A SWIMMING TEACHER – WE’LL COVER YOUR QUALIFICATION (WORTH NEARLY £700)
Do you enjoy swimming and helping others? Trafford Leisure is looking for new Trainee Swimming Teachers in Altrincham, Sale, Stretford, and Urmston. We will pay for your training and help you get qualified.
Pay: From £12.90 – £16 per hour once you qualify
Hours: After you qualify, you would ideally work at least 9 hours a week.
Most lessons run 4–7pm on weekdays and at weekends.
Start Your Journey in Swimming:
You’ll start by doing 50 hours of volunteering on poolside.
This helps you get confident and ready for the course.
We’ll then book you onto the Swim England qualification that suits your level.
The course is free (normally costs up to £700).
What You’ll Do as a Swimming Teacher:
Teach lessons to children, adults, and school groups
Help swimmers learn new skills and reach their goals
Keep the pool area safe and tidy
Plan your lessons and keep track of swimmer progress
What We Need From You:
You must be 16 or older
You must be able to swim confidently
You’re happy to volunteer your time
You are positive and willing to learn
A DBS check (we pay for this)
What You Get From Us:
During training:
Support while volunteering
Help from experienced teachers
After training:
Free qualification (worth £700)
When you start working:
Holiday allowance
Pension
Free gym membership
Other employee benefits
Application Deadline: 2 March 2026
Interview Dates:
Thu 12 March, 5–6:30pm
Sat 14 March, 10:30–12pm
Course dates:
Option 1: 3–6 August, 11am–7pm
Option 2: 7, 14, 21, 28 November, 8:15am–4:15pm
Volunteering starts: April/May 2026