Level 1 Swim Teacher

• Adhere to Health and Safety and Brio Leisure Operating Procedures
• Check teaching environment is suitable and hazard-free
• Allow time for 'set up' before lessons
• Ensure safe use and storage of equipment
• Contribute to prompt timekeeping of daily lesson programme and class changeovers
• Teach a range of organised aquatic disciplines at appropriate levels
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of Swim England 'Learn to Swim' programme
• Apply the 'Brio Learn 2 Swim Scheme of Work'
• Deliver swimming lessons in accordance with Swim England programme
• Assume responsibility of a Level 1 'assistant teacher' where necessary
• Demonstrate a range of teaching skills for communication, learning styles and feedback
• Maintain participant weekly attendance registers
• Update participant achievement records
• Engage in Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Self-assessment, peer observation, Aquatics Lead observation
• Liaise with participants, parents and Aquatics Lead
• Carry out any other duties as requested

• SEQ (Swim England Qualified) or equivalent Level 1 swimming teacher qualification
• Preferably with an NPLQ or NRASTC qualification (not essential)
• Good communication skills
• Ability to deliver the Swim England 'Learn to Swim Programme'
• Passionate
• Highly motivated
• Love of swimming

NPLQ or NRASTC qualification

• Free uniform & DBS check (if required)
• Internal health checks for over 40’s
• Thorough company and local induction
• Option to purchase a Brio Leisure membership at a discounted rate
• Discounts on food and drink at on-site café during working hours
• Holiday accrual
• Flexible working hours
• Commitment to Continuous Professional Development and relevant training
• Pleasant environment in quality centres
• Quality programmes using Swim England frameworks
• Small class sizes