Swimming Teacher (Summer) - Edinburgh Central
Swimming Teacher
Overview
Are you ready to make a splash in your career? Kings Camps are seeking dynamic and enthusiastic Swimming Teachers to join our team. If you have a passion for developing children's water confidence and ensuring a safe aquatic environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Kings Camps run sports and activity day camps for children throughout the school holidays, delivering our mission: getting children active, having fun, and learning together.
We know market-leading programmes don't deliver themselves — it's our people who create amazing holiday experiences for children. We are now hiring energetic and passionate Swim Teachers to deliver our mission in 2025 and beyond.
Why work for Kings Camps?
* Funded residential opportunities
* Employee Awards Programme
* Up to 70% off Paediatric First Aid training
* £30 reward voucher for referring a friend
* Up to 50% off Kings Camps places for your children, siblings, or wider family (ages 5-17)
* Excellent locations — some of the best universities and sports facilities in the UK!
* Market-leading training and development
* Fully funded disclosure for managerial and voluntary positions
* Career development and potential for regular employment (we promote from within!)
* Opportunity to make a difference in children's lives from diverse backgrounds
* Free Kings Camps uniform
Job Description
Reporting to the Camp Manager and working alongside a team of ratio'd staff, swimming teachers are responsible for planning and delivering safe, structured, fun, and active sessions to children aged 5-17 during the school holidays.
Swim Teachers need to adapt for varying age and ability levels (children are grouped by age: 5-7, 8-10, 11-14, 15-17), focusing on developing water confidence and basic stroke skills. Our programme emphasizes activity and fun, rather than traditional learn-to-swim lessons.
Safety is our top priority. Swim Teachers work closely with Lifeguards to prepare areas and equipment, manage risk assessments, monitor water conditions, and handle incidents. All staff must adhere to Kings Camps' Swimming Policy, venue operating procedures, and emergency plans.
Sessions typically last 30-45 minutes, with a maximum of 16 children per group. Sessions run mainly between 9:30 am and 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday, with varying pool availability and times.
You will supervise children during breaks, participate in swimming sessions, oversee equipment safety, record incidents, manage behaviour, and uphold health and safety standards.
We operate at fantastic school and university venues across the UK, including partnerships with the RNRMC, Annington Trust, and Army Welfare Service, offering camps for military personnel's children. If you're interested in a residential role, please note this in your application.
Person Specification (flexible)
* SEQ Level 2 or STA Level 2 Swimming Teacher qualification
* 12+ months' experience as a swim teacher
* 6+ months working with children aged 5-17
* (Desirable) Lifeguarding qualification: NPLQ or NRASTC, with current certification
* Collaborative attitude, adaptable to duties, and able to build positive relationships with children, staff, and venue teams
* Knowledge of risk assessments
* Ability to design and deliver safe, engaging sessions from poolside
Our Safeguarding Promise
Kings Active Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for young people.
About us
Kings Camps is a leading not-for-profit organisation offering sports and activity day camps at over 50 UK locations, dedicated to keeping children active, entertained, and learning.
Founded in 1991, inspired by US summer camps, we aim to provide UK children with memorable camp experiences, reaching many through our charitable initiatives both domestically and internationally.
Our coaches, known as Red Tops, deliver high-quality sports camps with energy, passion, and a focus on child development — what we call the Kings Factor.
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