George Watson's College - Swim School Instructors

Scotland
George Watson's College
Part-time

Summary

We are currently seeking to fill the position of Swim School Instructors.

Detail

Exciting Splash Ahead in Edinburgh!

The Galleon Swim School has just announced they are expanding their operating days in Edinburgh, so if you are looking to dive into something new, there’s currently a fantastic opportunity to join us.

If you're interested in joining the Swim School as a qualified swim teacher or want to take your first steps to becoming one, this could be your moment to make waves in a vibrant, family-friendly environment. Further information about the opportunities available are provided below.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

Candidates should have proven experience delivering swimming lessons to a standard equivalent to:
1. SSTQ (Scottish Swimming Teacher Qualification)
2. UKCC Level 2 (UK Coaching Certificate Level 2)
3. Or other equivalent recognised qualification

While a valid SSTQ is desirable, we are very happy to consider applications from candidates who are willing to undertake training, as the Swim School will fully fund an onsite SSTQ course for successful applicants who meet the other criteria for the role:

Passion for swimming and teaching techniques to a high standard

Be able to demonstrate all four strokes

In the water teaching experience without the use of floatation devices (desirable)

High professional standards of conduct

Good understanding of the health and safety requirements of a swimming environment

Excellent and professional interpersonal and written/oral communication skills; communicates in a confident, clear, and concise manner always

Excellent organisational and planning skills, combined with the ability to remain calm under pressure and deal flexibly with changing priorities

Personal qualities include tact, diplomacy, and a friendly, helpful and professional manner

Location: George Watson’s College, Edinburgh

Contract Type: Permanent, Term Time, part time, maximum of 22 hours per week

Salary: £27,090 - £30,231 (Based on 36.25 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. In addition, a market pay supplement will apply which will bring the total hourly rate to £18.47 (to be confirmed depending upon experience and qualifications).

Benefits: Automatic enrolment in the contributory support staff defined contribution pension scheme, reduced school fees at George Watson’s College for children of staff, Membership of the Galleon Club (the school’s fitness club)

We are looking to recruit enthusiastic, energetic and experienced Swimming Instructors to deliver lessons for our new swimming school programme at George Watson’s College. Instructors will be responsible for planning and delivering lessons over a 6-day period of Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons, plus Saturday and Sunday mornings, delivering the Scottish Swimming learn to swim framework. There is also the opportunity to teach Adult 1-1 lessons in the evenings and work additional hours delivering swim camps during the school holidays; this will be paid at a higher rate to include holiday pay.

Core hours will be 3.15pm - 6.30pm = 3.25 hrs per day during weekdays
Core hours will be 8.45am – 1pm = 4.25 hrs per day on weekend days

Hours of work could be up to 22 hours per week, term time only (36 weeks working, plus professional learning days, plus seven weeks annual leave entitlement making a term-time total of 44 weeks per year).

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply, please click the Apply for this job button. Please include a letter of application of not more than 800 words giving us more information about you and why you would like the role, addressed to Mr Ian McDonald, Centre for Sport Manager.

Closing date: 11:59pm on Sunday, 21 September 2025

Interviews (including a swim test) will be scheduled for week commencing Monday, 29 September 2025.

To provide enjoyable, motivating and engaging swimming lessons for the new Galleon Swim School programme, following the Scottish Swimming learn to swim framework

To be responsible for delivering the Swim Programme. You will deliver lessons and work with the Swim Coordinator to ensure you are happy with the Framework you are delivering and take part in future CPD sessions and development plans

Demonstrate and deliver an attitude of positive customer relations and ensure that a high level of customer service is maintained at all times

Demonstrate a good understanding of what it means to provide excellent customer service to a diverse range of learners and swimmers
Ability to learn and follow all Swim School and pool safety standards and procedures

For full details of the main responsibilities, please refer to the job description.