Orpington Ojays are seeking a Level 2 Swimming Teacher for their Learn to Swim Provision

Orpington Ojays Learn to Swim school are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and organised Level 2 Swimming Teacher. Your primary role will be to teach children between the ages of 4 and 10 years; developing their swimming skills, technique and confidence in the water at our Learn to Swim Provision in Orpington, Kent.

Expectations:

• To be a positive role model, creating a fun environment in which to motivate and encourage children
• To plan and deliver 30-minute lessons appropriate to the level of the class
• Identify swimmers abilities and encourage them to reach their full potential
• Provide explanations and demonstrate swimming techniques
• Ensure safe provision of all equipment and that it is used correctly
• Make sure safety standards are followed in sessions and follow the appropriate risk assessments
• Regularly assess each swimmers
•  Ability and progress and feedback accordingly in line with the ASA Learn to Swim Stages.
• To agree to abide by Orpington Ojays Swimming Club, code of conduct and relevant policies

Skills:

• Enthusiastic and positive attitude towards swimming
• Wants to teach young children
• Good communicator
• The ability to inspire confidence and motivate swimmers
• Perseverance and patience
• The ability to encourage children and put them at ease
• An understanding of how to differentiate in a teaching session
• Professional, punctual and well-organised

Essential Qualifications:

• Enhanced DBS checked
• Level 2 Swimming Teacher or equivalent
• Valid National Reach Rescue Award/National Pool Lifeguard Qualification

Note:

• The successful application will be responsible for the closure and lock up of the facility at the end of the session.

Hours:

• Saturday 8:45 to 12:15

Final date for applications: 

• 8th May 2022

Contact information for applications: 

• David Ryan on email address; Chair@orpingtonojays.com