Swim Teacher: Edinburgh Leisure

Company: Triathlon Scotland
Apply for the Swim Teacher: Edinburgh Leisure
Location: City of Edinburgh
Job Description:

Salary – £26,676 per annum (pro rata for part-time, £14.35 per hour)

Contract – Temporary until end of March 2027

Closing Date:30 August 2026

Are you a qualified swim teacher who enjoys helping children feel safe, confident and proud of their progress in the water?

Join our award-winning swim team and help deliver fun, supportive lessons that make a real difference to children and families in the local community.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead fun, engaging swimming lessons in a safe environment, assessing each child’s individual needs and abilities to maximise their enjoyment, performance and progression.
  • Provide ongoing feedback and encouragement to children, helping them achieve personal bests and build confidence through tailored coaching.
  • Communicate clearly and adaptably with children of all ages and abilities, as well as their families, using creative methods to build trust, enthusiasm and great customer experiences.
  • Work closely with your team to plan sessions, prepare equipment safely, and review class engagement and quality.

What You’ll Bring:

  • SSTQ, UKCC Aquatics Level 2 or an equivalent swim teaching qualification.
  • A current RLSS UK National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ), or a commitment to complete the qualification within 3 months of starting the role.
  • Experience delivering coaching in a sports or community setting and working effectively in a team.
  • A good understanding of safe coaching practice, including setting up, checking and storing equipment correctly.
  • The ability to assess participants’ needs, adapt sessions, manage behaviour positively and help people progress at their own pace.
  • Clear, adaptable communication skills and the ability to support participants of different ages, abilities and backgrounds.
  • Energy, patience and enthusiasm for helping participants feel safe, confident and motivated.

What We Offer:

  • Company pension (with employee contributions matched up to 12%)
  • Paid sick leave
  • Free membership across all our centres with access to fitness classes, gyms, and swimming pools
  • Opportunities for training, career growth and development
  • Access to discounts with a huge number of retailers (saving money in cinemas, restaurants, clothing, and electronics shops, on insurance and healthcare and much more)

Opportunity available:

  • Part-time, 16.25 hours per week (Wednesday 13:00 – 17:45, Thursday 15:30 – 18:00, Friday 10:45 – 15:45 & Saturday 10:00 – 14:00

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Posted: August 3rd, 2026