Job Description

Application closing date
06/05/2025
Location
Halifax
Salary
Scale 6, SCP 18, 15.84 per hour
Package
Casual
Job category/type
Council

Job description

Post Ref: CC979

We aspire to be a place where talent and enterprise can thrive. A place defined by our innate kindness and resilience, by how our people care for each other, can recover from setbacks and are full of hope. Calderdale will stand out, be known, and be distinctive. A great place to visit, work, but most importantly, a place to live a larger life.





To continue the growth of this service, the Swimming Development Team are looking to recruit a team of casual swimming teachers to support with the delivery of our swimming lessons.





The role will be to teach swimming and other related aquatic activities to children and adults. Swimming may be taught to school groups or private out of school swimming lessons or both. Ensure the smooth, safe operation of the Swimming Development Scheme and to provide high quality customer care.





The ideal candidate will have a level 2 Swim England swimming teachers' qualification or equivalent, be able to work on own initiative and within a team. Be flexible to meet the needs of the service.





We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.

Closing Date: 6th May 2025

Interview Date: To be confirmed



We may utilise digital interview methods.





As part of our Vision https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/ we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.





On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.





Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.





For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub.





We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date, an early submission is advised.