Swim School Teacher – New Barnet Leisure Centre

About the role

GLL is seeking a qualified Swim School Teacher to join the team at New Barnet Leisure Centre. You will deliver safe, engaging swimming lessons, help pupils build confidence in the water, and support the development of a high‑performing teaching team.

Key responsibilities

• Provide a welcoming, professional poolside service and maintain a positive image of the centre.
• Ensure pupil safety, enforce relevant regulations, and follow health‑and‑safety and safeguarding policies.
• Lead, motivate and mentor a team of swimming teachers, coordinating registers, grouping swimmers and managing ratios.
• Monitor and record pupil attendance and progression, updating records to support award completion.
• Assist with new enrolments and re‑enrolments, and attend teacher meetings and training sessions.

Required profile

• Approachable, friendly and patient with strong interpersonal skills.
• Hold an STA Certificate level or Swim England Level 2 qualification.
• Ideally possess the National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers & Coaches.
• Good knowledge of health, safety legislation and child protection policies.

Required skills

• STA Certificate (or equivalent).
• Swim England Level 2 qualification.
• National Rescue Award (preferred).
• Understanding of safeguarding and health‑and‑safety regulations.