As part of our Academy, we are looking to train up swimming teachers in Southwark
Academy now closedThis swimming teacher recruitment academy offers funded training to aspiring swimming teachers as part of a unique partnership between Swim England, Disney and Ocean Bottle.
To mark the nationwide release of The Little Mermaid, the three organisations joined forces as part of a campaign to challenge the obstacles and barriers which prevent people in England from learning to swim. As part of this partnership, both Disney and Ocean Bottle will be making a contribution to Swim England to train new swimming teachers. You can read more about the collaboration here.
The academy allows aspiring swimming teachers to receive all their training for only £85, compared to the usual cost of over £1000. It includes a mentor to support your development and you will be matched with an employer.
The Recruitment Academy is a unique programme offering a tailored approach to training.
Following the successful completion of the programme there will be the opportunity to work at the following pools:
Teaching hours will generally be weekdays evenings, and weekends. Times will vary by site and there may be an opportunity for additional school/daytime hours.
Once qualified successful trainees will be employed as paid swimming teachers on a casual or part-time basis.
Applications for this academy have now closed. Please complete an expression of interest form if you would like to be notified of future academies in your area.
Interviews and an informal meet and greet will occur shortly after the application closes.
You don’t need any prior qualifications to apply as you will be supported through your training.
If you have any questions before applying, check out our FAQs or contact us at [email protected].