Trainee Swimming Teacher

Start Your Journey in Swimming:

• You’ll start by doing 50 hours of volunteering on poolside.
• This helps you get confident and ready for the course.
• We’ll then book you onto the Swim England qualification that suits your level.
• The course is free (normally costs up to £700).

What You’ll Do as a Swimming Teacher:

• Teach lessons to children, adults, and school groups
• Help swimmers learn new skills and reach their goals
• Keep the pool area safe and tidy
• Plan your lessons and keep track of swimmer progress

What We Need From You:

• You must be 16 or older
• You must be able to swim confidently
• You’re happy to volunteer your time
• You are positive and willing to learn
• A DBS check (we pay for this)

What You Get From Us:

During training:

• Support while volunteering
• Help from experienced teachers

After training:

• Free qualification (worth £700)

When you start working:

• Holiday allowance
• Pension
• Free gym membership
• Other employee benefits

Interview Dates:

Thu 12 March, 5–6:30pm

Sat 14 March, 10:30–12pm

Course dates:

Option 1: 3–6 August, 11am–7pm
Option 2: 7, 14, 21, 28 November, 8:15am–4:15pm

Volunteering starts: April/May 2026