Swim Teacher / Lifeguard

The WatershedKilkennyFull-timePart-timePermanent

SWIMMING INSTRUCTOR / LIFEGUARD

We are recruiting for qualified swim instructors and lifeguards with a passion for swimming and a dedication to personal and professional high standards.

Reporting to: Pool Manager

Hours of work: Part-time, 24 hours per week, including shift work on rotation - Full-time role also available

Availability: Candidate must be available for work Monday to Friday

Essential Qualifications:

  • Swim teacher qualification (valid certificate must be provided)
  • Previous experience teaching swimming to children and adults (evidence must be provided)
  • Fluent English speaker
  • Minimum age of 18

General Requirements:

  • The ability to effectively communicate with swimmers of all ages to develop their confidence and skills in the water
  • Strong customer service ethic
  • Lifeguard qualification desirable but not essential

Responsibilities:

  • Swim Teacher (child and adult swimming lessons and swim skills camps)
  • First Aid
  • Additional duties including those required to maintain a clean and safe pool environment as directed by the Duty Manager
  • Lifeguard supervision

Staff Benefits:

  • Competitive hourly rates DOE plus supplementary pay for classes
  • Payment during break periods
  • Permanent contract
  • Free use of gym and swim facilities
  • Free fitness classes
  • Staff discounts
  • Staff training
  • Uniform

To apply:

Interested applicants should send a copy of their most up to date Curriculum Vitae along with a cover letter by direct email to Amanda Menton or use the job portal linked below.

The Watershed is an equal opportunity employer and employment decisions are made without regard to ethnicity, race, religion, disability, gender, sexual orientation, family status or any other status protected by law.

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