Job Description
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Are you passionate about helping others learn to swim and looking to begin your journey as a swim teacher, if so this is a fantastic opportunity to get involved.
We're currently recruiting Swimming Teachers to deliver The Scottish Swimming National Framework across the Falkirk area.
You’ll have access to a fully funded SSTQ (Scottish Swimming Teacher Qualification) — giving you everything you need to start teaching with confidence.
What we offer for new instructors:
* Fully funded SSTQ qualification
* Job opportunities as a Swim Teacher once qualified
* Supported training pathway
* Mentoring from experienced swimming professionals
* Salary from £16.14 to £17.30 per hour
Ideal for people who:
* Getting into Swim Teaching for the first time
* Want flexible or part‑time work
* Enjoy supporting the development of children, young people, and adults
* Want a role that genuinely makes a difference in their community
To apply, please register with Myjobscotland and complete the online application form. Please note that we do not accept CV’s.
For more information please contact our Swimming Development Team at swimmingdevelopment@falkirk.gov.uk
You will work on an as and when required basis.
If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership, the cost of which will be met by the preferred candidate.
Requirements
Course dates
PLEASE NOTE ATTENDANCE ON ALL COURSE DATES IS MANDATORY AND YOU SHOULD NOT APPLY OR ENQUIRE IF YOU CANNOT ATTEND ALL DATES.
DATE START TIME FINISH TIME VENUE
02/05/2026 08:00 16:30 Grangemouth Sports Complex
03/05/2026 08:30 17:00 Grangemouth High School
16/05/2026 08:00 16:30 Grangemouth Sports Complex
17/05/2026 08:30 17:00 Grangemouth High School
23/05/2026 08:00 16:30 Grangemouth Sports Complex
24/05/2026 08:30 17:00 Grangemouth High School
30/05/2026 08:00 16:30 Grangemouth Sports Complex
06/06/2026 08:00 16:30 Grangemouth Sports Complex
Course Expectations
The SSTQ course combines course theory and practical, self learning and course work, shadowing in our current programme and regular communication with course tutor and swimming development team
Commitment to Training Requirements
Candidates are expected to:
* Attend all scheduled training days, workshops, and assessments
* Complete precourse reading, online modules, and e-learning as required‑course reading, online modules,
* Meet deadlines for assignments, reflections, and logbook entries
* Be punctual, prepared, and engaged in each session
Practical Teaching Experience
Candidates will need to:
* Complete the required number of direct teaching hours (Minimum of 10 hours shadowing in FC swim programme to cover all aspects of programme ( preschool, learn to swim, adults and ASN)
* Work alongside experienced swim teachers during actual swimming lessons.
* Demonstrate increasing independence as skills develop
* Apply feedback from mentors and assessors
Professional Conduct
Candidates should:
* Communicate respectfully with learners, families, and colleagues
* Maintain appropriate boundaries, safeguarding awareness, and confidentiality
* Work effectively as part of a teaching team
Willingness to Learn and Grow
Successful swim teachers typically show:
* A positive attitude and enthusiasm for the role
* Openness to new ideas and teaching
* A genuine desire to support learners’ confidence and skill development
* Commitment to continuous professional development beyond the course
Repayment Cost of Course
Please note that Falkirk Council may seek repayment of costs if you do not complete the qualification, leave the Council’s service while undertaking the qualification, leave the Council’s service within 12 months of completing the qualification or leave the Council’s service within 13–24 months of completing the qualification.
Employees will be made aware of the repayment request at the time of application.