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Aquatic Opportunities

Level 1 and Level 2 Swimming Teacher Vacancies – Little Bubbles Swim Stars

🌊 Join Our Little Bubbles Swim Stars Team! 🌊

Are you a reliable, friendly, and inclusive swimming teacher who loves helping children grow in confidence in the water? 💦

We’re a small, family-run swim school based at Treorchy Comprehensive School, and we’re looking for a passionate Level 1 or Level 2 Swimming Instructor to join our splashtastic team! 🐠

✨ Available Hours:

Monday: 4:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Wednesday: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Saturdays: 9 am to 10.30 am 

We pride ourselves on providing consistency, care, and quality in every lesson — so we’re looking for someone who can commit fully to these evenings and become a valued part of our LBSS family. 💙

💷 Rates of Pay:

Level 1: from £16 per hour

Level 2: from £20 per hour

If you’re passionate about teaching, love working with children, and want to be part of a supportive and fun environment — we’d love to hear from you!

📩 Apply now or message us on Facebook at Little Bubbles Swim Stars

🐳 Be part of something special – Just Keep Swimming! 🐳

Llandudno Swim Squad – Volunteer Swim Coach Vacancies

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Lots of enthusiasm and passion for swimming with the ability to work with young people from 7-17 years in a positive motivational setting.
  • Familiarity and knowledge of swimming strokes with good communication skills and a willingness to be part of a team to help both club and swimmer development.
  • Commitment to attend regular training sessions, minimum of 1 per week.
  • An ideal role for former swimmers keen to give back to the sport, swimming teachers looking to transition into coaching or anyone seeking practical coaching experience.
  • Willingness to undergo a DBS check.

The club will offer funding and opportunities to gain coaching qualifications

REGISTER YOUR INTEREST NOW CHAIR@LLANDUDNOSWIMMINGSQUAD.COM

Aquatics GB World Class Pathway Liaison Para-Swimming Vacancy

Full Time and Permanent
Salary – circa £40,000 per annum (salary dependent on skills and experience)

The normal place of work will be one of the Aquatics GB Performance Centres/Offices

Aquatics GB operates an Agile Working Policy allowing some flexibility to work from the centre/office and from home

An excellent opportunity to join one of the most successful National Governing Bodies in the UK Sport High Performance System has arisen. Aquatics GB, the organisation that oversees Aquatics sports in Great Britain is seeking a World Class Pathway Liaison within the Para-Swimming programme.

The World Class Pathway Liaison will provide guidance and collaborative support to World Class
Para-Swimming Programme (WCPP) athletes and their coaches to optimise progression and long term success on the world stage.

We are looking for someone with extensive coaching experience and experience of working within a
Paralympic or Olympic Performance Pathway system. The postholder will need to be self-motivated,
have the ability use their own initiative and be able to commit to travel and manage their time
effectively.

Please send via email/WeTransfer (free large file sending platform) a video recording of no more
than 5 minutes responding to the following question:

Summarise how your skills, experience and strengths make you a great fit for this role and also tell
us what added value you can personally bring to AGB.

Or send via email a completed application form (written) to peopledepartment@aquaticsgb.com. A pack can be downloaded from our website https://www.aquaticsgb.com Please note, Aquatics GB operates an anonymous recruitment process for written applications.

Closing date: Friday 16th January 2026 at 12.00 noon
Interview date: Friday 23rd January 2026 in Manchester
Please note Aquatics GB conducts an anonymous application process

Aquatics GB Senior Strength and Conditioning Coach Vacancy

Full Time and Permanent
Salary – £35,000 – £40,000 per annum (salary dependent on skills and experience)

The normal place of work will be Manchester Performance Centre

Aquatics GB operates an Agile Working Policy allowing some flexibility to work from the office/centre and from home

CONTEXT:
An excellent opportunity to join one of the most successful National Governing Bodies in the UK
Sport High Performance System has arisen.

Aquatics GB oversees Aquatics sports in Great Britain – Swimming, Para-Swimming, Diving, Artistic Swimming and Water Polo. Our aquatic disciplines provide training environments in a number of Performance Centres across the UK for permanent athlete groups as well as acting as ‘performance hubs’ for national programme-wide activity for World Class Programme athletes.

A recent change has seen the Sports Science Sports Medicine Practitioner Team adopt a cross aquatic remit, which reinforces the aquatic integration. You will be responsible for helping to provide an unparalleled level of support out of our Manchester Performance Centre to our athletes daily training environment for both Paralympic and Olympic swimmers, the role also spans all aquatic disciplines through regional network responsibilities.

SUMMARY
The successful candidate will craft and execute comprehensive strength and conditioning programmes, both within the Manchester Performance Centre and across our decentralised network, with the primary objectives being to enhance swim performance and mitigate injury risks. Additionally, active involvement in Individual Athlete Planning processes and directed projects by the Head of Physical Performance and Para-Swimming Sports Science Sports Medicine Lead is expected. This role is an integral part of a collaborative Multi-Disciplinary Team, emphasizing teamwork and cooperation to effectively deliver on the World Class Programme’s objectives.

In addition, this position will play an important role in coach education across the network raising understanding of the benefits and impact that effective Strength and Conditioning provision can have on swimming performance. There will be an expectation that the post holder contributes to wider sports science tasks as identified by the Head of Physical Performance and Para-Swimming Sports Science Sports Medicine Lead.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking individual with a passion for working in high performance teams. Successful candidates will show the ability to work collaboratively, display critical thinking and problem-solving skills and have the ability to work flexibly and a willingness to frequently travel. Post-holders will be expected to have excellent organisational skills and work well both independently and as part of a team. Candidates must demonstrate suitability to be role models for the high-performance culture and behaviours expected in the environment.

If you feel that you have the skills and attributes for this role, then we would like to hear from you. Please send via email/WeTransfer (free large file sending platform) a video recording of no more than 5 minutes responding to the following two questions:

  • What inspired you to apply for this role?
  • What core values guide your Strength and Conditioning philosophy in a high-performance
    environment, and how do you apply them in your coaching?

Or send via email a completed application form (written) to peopledepartment@aquaticsgb.com. A pack can be downloaded from our website https://www.aquaticsgb.com Please note, Aquatics GB operates an anonymous recruitment process for written applications.

Closing date: Friday 16th January 2026 at 12.00 noon
Interview date: Wednesday 28th or Thursday 29th January 2026 in Manchester

Coral Reef Swim School – Level 1 and Level 2 Swimming Teacher Vacancy

At Coral Reef Swim School we want our staff to be competentconfident, and consistent.

We are looking for a qualified swimming teacher who is:

  • Knowledgeable and skilled. You must be competent in helping to provide an educational, safe, and fun lesson.
  • Confident in your role as a swimming teacher to help individuals to progress efficiently and effectively.
  • Consistent and able to attend weekly swimming lessons. All staff must give us plenty of notice (4-weeks) if they are unable to attend a shift to prevent any disruption to our lessons.
  • Experienced, having worked with individuals who have additional learning needs.

Available Hours – Permanent:

  • Sunday – 8:30am – 9:30am

Available Hours – Cover:

  • Sunday – 12:45pm – 3:45pm
  • Monday – 6:45pm – 8:15pm

Rate of Pay:

  • £18.50 per hour + additional feedback allowance (to be agreed based on number of swimmers you have completed feedback for).

Apply now or drop us a message on our email or telephone below. We welcome any speculative emails or messages and will respond as soon as possible.

E: crswimschool@outlook.com

T: 07522 282654

Legacy Leisure – Swim Manager Vacancy – Cardiff

Job details

Salary: £28,000 plus Salary Incentive Scheme

Location: Cardiff

Job type: Permanent, Full Time

Discipline: Swimming

Reference: 035840

ABOUT US

Legacy Leisure, established to support a national legacy following the Olympics, is a not for profit charitable organisation committed to providing a diverse and meaningful range of leisure and culture related activities for the local communities in which we serve. Aiming to deliver high quality services to our customers, the Company also prides itself on its exemplary health and safety record and commitment to staff.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is an ideal role for an individual who is motivated by managing a team of staff, is commercially driven and passionate about swimming. The Swim Manager is responsible for the commercial, sales, programming, development and operations of the Learn to Swim programme within the leisure centre.

Primary objectives and responsibilities for the Swim Manager are:

Commercial Focus

  • Implement the organisation’s three-year growth and retention plan to drive income from the Learn to swim programme
  • Understand and use KPIs to improve commercial performance of the sites pool programme
  • Manage the sales targets and provide clear communication to the teams who support the sales process. Continually review net gain as the key metric.
  • Implement a strong focus on customer experience through post booking calls and take responsibility for training customer-facing staff on the sites to learn to swim USP: Safer, Smarter, Stronger.
  • Deliver a high quality programme driven by customer feedback and best practice utilising data provided by internal systems.

Managing the Swim Programme

  • Maximise pool space and timetabling to promote convenient entry points and retention.
  • Ensure the highest level of customer service is adopted at all times.
  • Ensure the programme remains up to date and adhere to company processes and procedures.
  • Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of the aquatic industry and continue personal development
  • Identify wider participation pathways, and where commercially viable implement within the programme.
  • Forge positive working relationships with the wider community which would include schools, local swim clubs and other aquatic sports.
  • Develop an action plan to support recruitment and ongoing training with swimming teachers to support growth of the learn to swim programme.
  • Identify positive stories and assist business development by writing case studies in promoting good practice within the organisation.
  • To undertake any other duties as reasonably required by your Line Manager and other Senior Management.

Observation and Mentoring

  • Provide leadership as the direct line management to the team of swim teachers. For example, overseeing scheduling to ensure all shifts are covered.
  • Ensuring NRASTC qualifications are up to date and staff attend training regularly.
  • Be responsible for interview, induction and training for new swim teachers.
  • Regularly be on the poolside to observe the quality of the programme and provide feedback.
  • Ensure Safer, Smarter, and Stronger outcomes are delivered appropriately, and the swim teacher  teaches the internal schemes of work provided.
  • Ensure training records are maintained for all line management employees including safeguarding and GDPR.

Marketing

  • Develop and maintain a monthly marketing plan to include inreach, outreach and social media activities to support the learn to swim programme.
  • Recognising positive stories and opportunities to create good content.
  • Understand when a marketing campaign is needed to promote and sell more spaces and bring it to the Centre/ Contract managers attention.
  • Provide regular updates to swimmers via social media and direct routes.
  • Understanding both the companies and the site-specific USP and capitalise upon these.
  • Regularly collect and use customer feedback to enhance the quality of the programme.
  • Ensure that in centre branding meets the company requirements in terms of both tone and quality.

Communication

  • Attend regular regional or national swim manager meetings, regular managers meetings with all departments within the site
  • Working as a team and using appropriate communication methods for all stakeholders
  • Work with the Head of Aquatics as an indirect report to achieve commercial targets, implement departmental strategies and adhere to processes and procedures.

THE CANDIDATE

Qualifications and skills

  • The candidate must demonstrate extensive knowledge of learning to swim programmes and the National Governing Bodies Learn To Swim Framework (Swim Wales)
  • Previous experience managing a team.
  • The candidate must IDEALLY be a fully qualified IOS Level 2 Swimming Teacher or equivalent.
  • NRASTC or NPLQ and First Aid at Work certificate are desirable or willingness to undertake
  • It is desirable that the candidate speaks Welsh but NOT essential

Personal

Among the personal characteristics sought the applicant:

  • Demonstrate ability to collaborate, develop partnership and work effectively as a member of a fast-paced, results-oriented team
  • Demonstrate knowledge of national trends and best practice in the aquatic industry
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrate success managing, supervising and mentoring employees or other relevant supervisory experience

DBS

The position of Swim manager may be classed as a regulated post and therefore may require a DBS Disclosure. In addition, where the individual does not already hold a DBS check, it may be necessary for the post holder to be submitted for a DBS check.

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Wales National Pool Swansea – Temporary Aqua School Coordinator (Maternity Cover)

(9 x month Temporary contract or until the return of the substantive post holder)
37 hours per week (evening and weekend work required)
SCP 12-17
£25,820 to £27,440 per annum

An exciting opportunity has arisen at the Wales National Pool Swansea for a confident and highly motivated individual to join our dynamic and professional team.

You will be responsible for the coordination of our Learn to Swim and Aquatic Fitness Programme, inspiring a team of teachers & instructors to deliver exceptional service to our customers.

You will have excellent IT and customer care skills with previous experience of teaching/coaching/programming along with a Level 2 SEQ/ASA teaching qualification.

You will be competent at prioritising and managing your workload whilst working under pressure.
Being part of this team, will require you to be professional, committed and hard working – a natural leader with a ‘can do’ attitude, and the ability to inspire others.

For an informal discussion regarding the post please contact Toni-Lee on toni-lee.lambert@swansea.ac.uk.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

CLOSING DATE: Sunday January 25th 2026
INTERVIEWS: Week commencing Monday February 2nd 2026

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Completed applications to be marked Private and Confidential and marked for the attention of Administration Assistant, Wales National Pool Swansea, Sketty Lane, Swansea, SA2 8QG or email Wales National Pool Recruitment at wnp-recruitment@swansea.ac.uk. Please note we cannot accept CVs.

Aquatics GB Head of Events Temporary Vacancy (Maternity Cover)

Full Time and Maternity Cover

Salary – £33,000 – £36,000 per annum (salary dependent on skills and experience)
The normal place of work will be SportPark, Loughborough

Aquatics GB operates an Agile Working Policy allowing some flexibility to work from the office and
from home.

Aquatics GB is the national governing body for aquatic sports in Great Britain and is responsible internationally for the performance and management of all international British Teams.

We are seeking a Head of Events to join the busy Growth Department at Aquatics GB. This position will report directly into the Chief Executive Officer and will have overall management responsibility for the Senior Events & Partnerships Officer and the Events Officer.

This dynamic and rewarding role offers overall responsibility for British and home international events, ensuring they are delivered to the highest standard while fulfilling all contractual rights for a range of valued partners.

We’re looking for a passionate, proactive, and inspiring team leader who excels at building strong relationships and brings outstanding organisational, communication, negotiation, and influencing skills. The post holder will need to confidently manage and prioritise workloads whilst meeting deadlines, and be prepared for occasional unsociable hours, including weekends, with long periods actively moving around the venues during events.

Please send via email/WeTransfer (free large file sending platform) a video recording of no more than 5 minutes responding to the following question:
Summarise how your skills, experience and strengths make you a great fit for this role and also tell us what added value you can personally bring to AGB.

Or send via email a completed application form (written) to peopledepartment@aquaticsgb.com. A pack can be downloaded from our website www.aquaticsgb.com
Please note, Aquatics GB operates an anonymous recruitment process for written applications.

Closing date: Wednesday 28th January 2026 at 12.00 noon
Interview date: Tuesday 3rd February 2026 in Loughborough

Aquatics GB Governance and Executive Assistant Vacancy

Both Full Time or Part Time Considered Permanent

Salary – £24,000 to £28,000 per annum (salary dependent on skills and experience and pro rata if part time)
The normal place of work will be SportPark, Loughborough Aquatics GB operates an Agile Working Policy allowing some flexibility to work from the office and from home.

Aquatics GB is the National Governing Body for Swimming, Para-Swimming, Diving, Artistic Swimming, Water Polo and Open Water in Great Britain.

We are seeking a Governance and Executive Assistant to join the Business Services Department at Aquatics GB. This postholder will report into the Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel and will manage the day-to-day governance requirements of Aquatics GB (AGB) covering the following core areas.

We’re looking for a highly organised and adaptable individual who excels at building strong working relationships. The postholder will need to manage diaries and workloads while meeting deadlines and there is a requirement to work on a Friday evening and Saturday morning at the Board meetings held 5 times a year.

Please send via email/WeTransfer (free large file sending platform) a video recording of no more than 5 minutes responding to the following question:
Summarise how your skills, experience and strengths make you a great fit for this role and also tell
us what added value you can personally bring to AGB.

Or send via email a completed application form (written) to peopledepartment@aquaticsgb.com. A pack can be downloaded from our website www.aquaticsgb.com

Please note, Aquatics GB operates an anonymous recruitment process for written applications.

Closing date: Wednesday 28th January 2026 at 12.00pm
Interview date: Thursday 5th February 2026 in Loughborough