British Swim School of Halton is seeking a patient, gentle, and reliable Swim Instructor / Supervisor to join our team on a part-time basis (15–20 hours per week). This role offers a wonderful opportunity to teach life-saving swimming skills to infants, toddlers, young children, and adults in a supportive, low-stress, and professional environment.
This position is perfectly suited for individuals looking to stay active in their community, share their life experience, and make a positive, lasting impact. You will be working with young families as well as adults who may be learning to swim or overcoming a fear of the water for the very first time. If you have a warm, encouraging approach and are looking for a rewarding part-time role that fits beautifully into a balanced lifestyle, we would love to hear from you.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Instruction: Conduct swimming lessons tailored to different age groups. This includes using a gentle, playful approach with infants and toddlers, and a reassuring, empathetic approach with adult learners.
- Safety & Supervision: Supervise swim sessions to ensure the absolute safety of all participants. Enforce safety rules and respond promptly and calmly to any pool-deck needs.
- Operations: Assist with setting up and maintaining pool areas, ensuring cleanliness and proper equipment use. Support the overall organization of classes.
- Engagement: Provide clear, age-appropriate instruction and encouragement. Foster a positive, inclusive, and trusting environment that builds confidence in both young children and adult students.
Qualifications & Qualities
- Nurturing & Empathetic Demeanor: A gentle, patient, and warm approach, with a natural ability to connect with infants, toddlers, and anxious adult learners.
- Life Experience & Maturity: Strong interpersonal skills, exceptional reliability, and the communication skills required to coach adults with dignity while keeping children engaged and safe.
- Experience: 3 years of experience as a Swim Instructor (Required). Previous experience working directly with infants, toddlers, or young children is highly preferred.
- Licence/Certification: National Lifeguard (NL) certification (Required).
- Willingness to Travel: 50% travel within the local Halton area (Preferred).
Why Join Us?
Join British Swim School of Halton and become part of a close-knit team dedicated to saving lives through quality swim instruction. We deeply value experienced, dependable individuals who are eager to make a genuine difference in the community while enjoying a supportive and welcoming workplace culture.
To Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your experience working with young children or adults, and why a part-time role of 15–20 hours per week is the right fit for your current routine.
To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your interest in the role.
Pay: $20.00-$22.00 per hour
Benefits:
Experience:
- Swim Instructor: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- National LifeGuard certification (required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
