This is a superb opportunity to join South Downs Leisure as an Apprentice Team Leader and Swimming Programme Co-Ordinator based at Splashpoint in central Worthing. Suitable for someone who is looking to forge a career in Leisure and wants to learn new skills whilst studying for a Team Leader Level 3 Apprenticeship qualification.
A passion for and knowledge of swimming would be an advantage although as a Team Leader, it will be essential to have a keen sense of organisation, good attention to detail and a personable but authoritative nature.
Key Responsibilities
* To assist with co-ordinating the team of swimming Instructors; timesheets, holiday requests and sickness cover.
* To assist with the delivery of the schools swimming programme, teacher requirements and assessments.
* To communicate with the parents of Aquaschool students.
* To assist with the recruitment and induction of swimming instructors and coaches as required.
* To assist with ongoing CPD training for all swimming instructors and coaches.
* To Manage the annual Instructor/coaches PDR & 1-2-1 meetings with the Group Swimming Programme Manager and Group Swimming Co-ordinator.
* To provide teacher assessments & feedback via 1-2-1's. Job Specific duties
* Deliver and assist in swimming lessons as required.
* To Liaise with the Group Swimming Programme Manager in the maintenance & programming of Course Pro & investigate the feasibility of using pools to their full capacity.
* To assist with the programming of all Swimming Lessons; Pre-School, Aquaschool, Schools, Adult lessons, and Adult Coaching sessions (hire of pool, instructor requirements, swimming schedules).
* To monitor & manage progression of students through the stages of Aquaschool.
* To manage stock levels of badges, certificates, equipment and staff uniform.
* To assist the Group Swimming Programme Manager with benchmarking our swimming lessons with other swim school providers.
* To respond to all customer comments via E-focus in relation to swimming lessons.
* To act as a point of contact for Level Water lessons, including staffing, training and preparation of invoices to be passed to the Group Administration Co-ordinator.
* To assist with the management of annual swimming events
Key Skills
* Team player
* Attention to detail
* Willing to learn
* Passion for swimming
* Professional
* Reliable
* Proactive
* Customer Service
* Good organisation skills
* Adaptable
* Supportive
* Uses initiative
* Flexible
* Punctual
Working Week: 37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday with maximum of 7.5 hours per day including breaks and one day for work-based study.
Salary: Starting from £14,722.50 per annum in line with the Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage as per the 'Further Information'.
Qualifications Required: GCSE's with a minimum grade of 4 required in 5 subjects including Maths and English.
About the Employer: South Downs Leisure is an award-winning sustainable Charity and Leisure Trust, responsible for the delivery of leisure and hospitality facilities in Adur & Worthing in West Sussex. We also operate the brand new 50m Sea Lanes in Brighton.
Headed up by a Board of Trustees, South Downs Leisure (SDL) work in partnership with over 80 local clubs, charities, schools and wellbeing providers and we are dedicated to enhancing the lives of residents. For further information please visit:
Future Prospects: There is potential for a full-time role on successful completion of this apprenticeship.
Things to Consider:
* Please ensure you are able to travel to the location and occasional attendance at Chichester College.
* This is an 18-month apprenticeship including end point assessment.
* Applicants MUST BE resident in the UK for a minimum of 3 years prior to the start of learning and have work authorisation for the UK.
* Applicants WILL NOT BE eligible to apply if they have already achieved a qualification which is equal to or higher thank the apprenticeship standard on offer.
* Applicants MUST BE resident in the area local to the apprenticeship opportunity or be prepared to relocate in time to start employment and study.
* Applicants MUST BE committed to the learning and stay to the end of the apprenticeship.
* South Downs Leisure, prides themselves on providing a fulfilling career experience enriched with numerous benefits including competitive salaries and opportunities for career progression.
* They prioritise professional growth and development with comprehensive training programs and a supportive working environment.
* Benefits include a heavily discounted membership package for you and up to 4 family members at only £12.50 per person per month
* -Staff can also be nominated monthly for Employee of the Month and we hold a prestigious annual Staff Awards each year at Field Place Manor House plus, various employee discounts and a matched pension scheme.
* For any singers, South Downs Leisure run a staff choir.
* At South Downs Leisure, we value diversity, teamwork, and dedication, making it an ideal place for individuals passionate about making a positive impact in their community whilst advancing their careers.
Further Information: Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage (ANMW): The National Minimum Wage for Apprentices is £7.55 per hour (As of the 1st April This is the legal minimum pay per hour applying to 16- to 18-year-old apprentices and those aged 19 and over in the first year of their apprenticeship. For apprentices 19 or over who have completed their first year and are continuing their apprenticeship, the National Minimum Wage appropriate to their ages applies.
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship
Pay: From £14,722.50 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
Ability to commute/relocate:
* West Sussex, BN11 2EN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
* Please tell us why you are interested in this apprenticeship
* What are your future ambitions
* Please detail any experience you have had working in a leisure centre
* Please confirm you have achieved and can provide evidence of the required GCSE minimum grades
* Please confirm you have read and understood the 'Things to Consider' section of this application
Education:
* GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Location:
* West Sussex, BN11 2EN (preferred)
Work Location: In person