Swimming Instructor

To deliver a high quality service in relation to swimming programmes provided at Ards Blair Mayne Wellbeing & Leisure Complex. (Swim Instructors are responsible for designing, developing, and delivering the swim programme)

Please note

• ​​​​​​​There are currently three permanent part-time vacancies available working a total of 10, 12 or 19 hours and candidates must be prepared to work daytime, evenings, weekends (Saturday & Sunday) and public holidays. Days and hours may be subject to change 
• It is also hoped to recruit casual workers from this exercise with zero contracted hours, working on an ad hoc ‘as and when required’ basis. The rate of pay for casual workers is: ​​​​​​​Rate A (Schools) £15.78 per hour, Rate B (Waves) £19.00 per hour 
• A reserve list may be kept from this recruitment exercise 
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory completion of a medical questionnaire, swimming test and Enhanced Access NI check with Children’s Barred list check 
• Artificial Intelligence must not be used to provide misleading information. While technology can be used in your application, for example to assist with structure, we value authenticity, and advisory assessment panels will use the interview stage to verify the originality of your statements. 
• All correspondence in relation to the job vacancy will be completed by email and phone. Therefore, it is important that applicants ensure a valid e-mail address and mobile number are provided and entered accurately when filling out the application form.
• Applicants should ensure they check their emails including junk folders regularly.

 Benefits 

Employees have access to a wide range of benefits at Ards and North Down Borough Council. In addition to a competitive salary, the Council supports all staff in their career aspirations through learning and development opportunities. Current key benefits include:

•  35 days of annual leave (including bank/public holidays), rising to 38 days after five years of service, and 41 days after 10 years of service (pro rata). 
• Northern Ireland Local Government Pension Scheme (Council contributes 15.5% of salary). 
• Health benefits: Westfield Healthcare Scheme; Leisure Centre Membership; Cycle to Work Scheme. 
• Education / qualifications support after qualifying period 
• Plus much more…