PE Assistant/Level 2 Swimming Instructor

PE Assistant/Level 2 Swimming Instructor

Job Description
We are hiring an experienced Level 2 Swimming Instructor to join our team in January 2025.

The successful applicant will:

1. Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.
2. Keep a close watch and an appropriate level of control over surrounds including users and spectators.
3. Communicate effectively with PE teachers.
4. Anticipate problems and prevent accidents through daily use of risk assessments and ongoing assessments.
5. Intervene to prevent behavior which is unsafe.
6. Identify emergencies quickly and take appropriate action.
7. Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.
8. Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical work day, where the tasks require additional commitment.
9. Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
10. Perform other duties as requested by direct & dotted reporting line managers/supervisors.

Skills

1. Candidates MUST have a minimum of Level 2 Swim England Qualification (SEQ).
2. Be physically fit, have good vision and hearing, be mentally alert and self-disciplined.
3. Be strong, able and confident swimmers.
4. Be trained and have successfully completed a course of training in the techniques and practices of supervision, rescue and first aid in accordance with a syllabus approved by a recognized training organization.