Swimming Teacher (Bank) - from June 2026

Swimming Teacher (Bank) - from June 2026

Swimming at Lancing

Lancing College delivers swimming lessons and training to Senior and Prep students. In addition to this, Lancing College also has their own highly successful swim school, Lancing College Swim School, and a competitive swimming club, Lancing College Swimming Club. Lancing College also provides lessons for schools in the local community, and the pool is often hired out for community use.

The Appointment

Lancing College Swim School is seeking dedicated and experienced Swimming Teachers to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering swimming lessons to students of various ages and skill levels. As a Swimming Teacher, you will follow the National Swim England curriculum, ensuring that students receive high-quality instruction in a safe and supportive environment. Safeguarding the well-being of our students is of upmost importance, and teachers are expected to maintain a high level of professionalism and adherence to child protection policies.

Job Title: Swimming Teacher (Bank)

Reports to: Swimming Pool Manager

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• To deliver swimming lessons in accordance with the National Swim England curriculum, ensuring that students progress effectively and develop their swimming skills.
• To create engaging and age-appropriate lesson plans that cater to the individual needs of each student.
• To maintain a safe and supportive learning environment, implementing proper safety measures and adhering to safeguarding policies.
• To conduct regular assessments and provide constructive feedback to students, tracking their progress and addressing areas for improvement.
• To issue swimming badges and certificates.
• To collaborate with the Swim School Manager and Swimming Pool Manager to ensure effective communication and coordination of teaching activities.
• To attend staff meetings and training sessions to enhance teaching skills and stay up to date with the latest techniques and swimming industry standards.
• To build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, promoting a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere within the Swim school.
• To set up before lessons, checking equipment to ensure safe use.
• To inform duty officer of any defective equipment, ensure poolside is left clean and tidy at the end of lessons.

Skills and Experience:

• Hold a valid Swimming Teacher qualification recognised by Swim England or the STA.
• Demonstrate experience delivering swimming lessons to students of varying ages and abilities.
• Strong understanding of the Swim England curriculum and effective aquatic teaching methodologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and engage learners.
• Strong organisational skills, including the ability to plan and deliver well-structured lessons.
• A clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, with sound knowledge of child protection policies and procedures.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and maintain professional relationships with colleagues, parents, and students.
• Hold a valid lifeguard qualification would be advantageous.

Application Procedure:

Applications should be made using the application form. Candidates are asked to add a covering letter setting out, as succinctly as possible, their reasons for applying for the position at Lancing.

A full curriculum vitae and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of a minimum of two referees, one of whom should be the candidate's current or most recent employer should be included with the application.

Informal conversations about the post may be arranged with the Swimming Pool Manager, Ben Malik, at

Applications will be reviewed on receipt and candidates may be invited to interview before the closing date. Early application is therefore advised.

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Salary: £20.43 per hour, inclusive of holiday pay.

Using the webform below, please complete and submit an application form, self-declaration of criminal record form, full curriculum vitae and covering letter setting out, as succinctly as possible, reasons for applying for the position at Lancing College.

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