Swimming Instructor / Leisure team member Apprenticeship LAURA'S SWIM ACADEMY LIMITED

We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our growing team. To initially assist & then eventually teach your own swimming lessons. If swimming and working with children is your passion, then this would be a great opportunity for you to embark on a long and rewarding career in leisure operations.

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Closing date: 27 Oct 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,880.00

    * Petrol allowance over a certain mileage * After the 2yr apprenticeship the starting rate for a swimming instructor is £15ph

  • Working week

    Mon - 4pm till 7pm / Tues - 4pm till 7.30pm / Wed - 4pm till 7pm / Thur - 4.15pm till 6.45pm / Fri - 4.30pm till 6.30pm / Sat - 9am till 12pm & 1pm till 3pm * 1hr coursework from home each week * 10am till 3pm in school holidays (Mon to Fri)

    Total hours per week: 20

  • Expected duration

    2 Years

  • Possible start date

    06 Nov 2023

  • Date posted

    06 Sep 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000196664

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

* Assisting swimming lessons for all abilities 

* Helping set up & close down 

* Updating class registers & progress reports

* Customer service 

* Administration for the business

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding
  • Level 2 in Swimming Teaching
  • Level 2 in Fitness or Gym Instruction
  • Level 3 certificate in First Aid

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Once fully qualified you'll have the opportunity to work as an instructor as part of my team with additional qualifications potentially available, such as higher level swim coaching, specialising in additional needs, baby/toddler teacher.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Patience, Physical fitness, Positive & enthusiastic

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) Desired

Things to consider

Not only will you be in the water but you will learn how the business operates & help with administration. Please note that you will be working from various venues so being able to drive is preferred as not all pools have bus routes.

About the employer

My company has been running since 2004, teaching all ages & abilities across the midlands (Coventry, Solihull & Sutton Coldfield). Forever expanding bringing high quality lessons from new born to adult.

Employer

LAURA'S SWIM ACADEMY LIMITED

Address

37 GERARDS WAY

COLESHILL

BIRMINGHAM

B46 3FG

Contact

Laura Doig

laura971985@aol.com

07813465805

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Training

Training provider

CREATIVE SPORT & LEISURE LTD

Apprenticeship standard

Leisure team member

Level 2 (GCSE)

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