This entry level position is designed to provide comprehensive on-the-job training and work experience alongside a formal qualification, as well as to become a qualified swimming teacher and often, a broader leisure team member, ideal for those who are passionate about swimming, fitness and helping others develop essential life skills.
The role is the perfect opportunity to understand the impact of leisure services within the Community, assist with swimming lessons and understand the work behind the scenes of how to run the swim school. The role will require working with children as young as 4 years old and older people and contact with parents and carers.
Swimming Instruction & Support
1. Assist qualified swimming teachers in delivering engaging and effective swimming lessons for all ages and abilities (from non-swimmers to advanced)
2. Support the setup and tidying away of swimming lesson equipment safely and efficiently
3. Observe and learn how to plan progressive swimming lessons tailored to individual and group needs with an opportunity to understand a formal qualification
4. Assist with assessing swimmer progress
5. Develop an understanding of child development, and how to communicate effectively with children
6. Develop an understanding of Water Safety and Rescue Techniques
7. To participate in Swim Academy Meetings
Back Office Administration
1. Assist in the sales and marketing of swimming lessons
2. Assist with customer enquiries, by providing exceptional customer service to all members and visitors, and dealing with concerns in a professional and friendly manner
3. Assist with co-ordination of swim school, dealing with non-attendance and moves
4. Assist with ad-hoc projects as required by the Swim Academy Lead and Leisure General Manager
Leisure Centre Operation
1. Learn to use the centres IT systems, including front of house and booking systems
2. Assist with other teams if the need arises
3. Contribute to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety throughout the centre
What the apprenticeship includes:
1. A mixture of face to face and online catch ups every 4 - 6 weeks to discuss feedback and progress
2. A mixture of on and off the job training, including workshops and webinars
3. Reviews every 12 weeks with your Line Manager and apprenticeship Trainer
4. The chance to get Functional Skills in English and Maths (if you don’t already have GCSE)
5. Working towards a Level 2 Community Activator Coach apprenticeship over the course of 12-18 months
Desired Skills
Skills and Abilities: -Friendly and outgoing -Excellent communication skills -Well presented -Good customer service skills -Be able to motivate customers of all ages -Ability to work as part of a team -Reliable and punchtual -Ability to work under pressure and work as a team -Willingness to learn and commit to a programme -Abiltiy to work flexibly Special Knowledge: -A confident swimmer who can swim 25 metres front and back -Must be able to swim and dive down to 2m depth -Genuine passion for swimming,sport,exercise and fitness
Personal qualities
Empathetic with children and older adults
Energetic and positive
Patience
Excellent communication skills
Flexiblity and adaptability
Team work and collaboration skills
Attention to detail
Enhanced DBS check require
Qualifications required
None
Future prospects
Role can provide a great stepping stone into the leisure industry and the different areas within it
Training to be delivered
Community Activator Coach Apprenticeship L2 including Functional Skills in Maths and English
We run a wide range of activities with something to suit everyone at Waterside Farm Leisure Centre and all our activities are great value for money.
Employer
Waterside Farm Leisure Centre - Canvey Island
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Somnes Avenue
Essex
Canvey Island
SS8 9RA
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