Swimming Teacher (Level 2)

Role: Level 2 Swimming Teacher

Location: All Seasons Leisure Centre and Brinscall Swimming Pool

Contract: Part Time (Up to 15 hours per week) / Permanent

Salary: £18.42 per hour

Closing Date: 31 October 2026

We're looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Level 2 Swimming Teacher to join our team and help people of all ages build confidence, skills and enjoyment in the water. Working within Swim England's Learn to Swim framework, you'll play a vital role in creating safe, fun and high‑quality swimming lessons for both our Learn to Swim programme and Key Stage 1 & 2 school sessions.

You will possess either a Swim England (SE) Level 2 Swimming Assistant (Teaching) or Swimming Teachers Association (STA) Level 2 Award in Teaching Swimming.

What you'll be getting up to

As a Swim Teacher, you will:

• As an ambassador for Chorley Leisure Ltd, you will be delivering engaging swimming lessons aligned with the Swim England Learn to Swim criteria and National Curriculum requirements for Key Stage 1 & 2.
• Teach pupils of all ages and abilities, adapting your approach to meet individual learning needs, including those with special educational needs or disabilities.
• Plan, prepare and deliver structured, progressive lesson plans across a range of ability groups.
• Assess each swimmer's progress, providing constructive feedback and encouraging development.
• You'll be a role model and ambassador for all swimmers whilst ensuring they receive quality swimming lessons and have a positive experience.

Who we're looking for:

You'll be an engaging, confident and adaptable swim teacher who is passionate about helping people learn and succeed in the water. You'll bring:

• Experience delivering swimming lessons to a range of ages and abilities.
• The ability to communicate clearly and demonstrate correct swimming techniques.
• A positive, supportive and patient teaching style.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to plan lessons and track progress effectively.
• A commitment to maintaining safety, safeguarding and high teaching standards.

Other requirements

Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check (applied and paid for by the Council).

Our Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Local Government pension
• Healthcare Cash Plan for cash back on health treatments
• Cashback website access for savings on brands you love
• Free gym access
• Volunteering days
• Free parking