Swimming Assistant
| Posting date: | 29 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.13 to £14.82 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 10 September 2025 |
| Location: | Leisure Centre Market Place Melksham Wiltshire SN12 6ES |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Wiltshire Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 5438 |
Summary
Salary: £14.13 - £14.82 per hour
Hours per week: Variable zero hours
Interview date: Week commencing Monday 15 September 2025
Leisure Services – Inspiring Members to Live Active Lives
Are you passionate about swimming and skilled at motivating others? Consider joining our dedicated Aquatic team, who are committed to making our community healthier and reducing health differences.
Our Swimming Assistants are a vital part of our team. They work with the lead teacher to make sure everyone is safe and having fun during swimming activities.
You will need to hold a level one swimming qualification (or be working towards) and have proof of continued professional development.
If you care about keeping kids and vulnerable adults safe, and you're good at communicating and staying organised, we'd love to have you on our team. Let's work together to inspire health and well-being in our community through swimming!
Why us?
Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That’s why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.
The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.
Hours per week: Variable zero hours
Interview date: Week commencing Monday 15 September 2025
Leisure Services – Inspiring Members to Live Active Lives
Are you passionate about swimming and skilled at motivating others? Consider joining our dedicated Aquatic team, who are committed to making our community healthier and reducing health differences.
Our Swimming Assistants are a vital part of our team. They work with the lead teacher to make sure everyone is safe and having fun during swimming activities.
You will need to hold a level one swimming qualification (or be working towards) and have proof of continued professional development.
If you care about keeping kids and vulnerable adults safe, and you're good at communicating and staying organised, we'd love to have you on our team. Let's work together to inspire health and well-being in our community through swimming!
Why us?
Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That’s why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.
The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.
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