Lead Swimming Teacher

Lead Swimming Teacher

The successful candidate will be passionate about driving high quality teaching and learning in an inclusive school and committed to making a difference to the lives of the young people in their care. They will be a reflective practitioner and an effective collaborator, relentless in the pursuit of ‘better’ practice. Staff contribute to our pastoral care and well-being programme and to our co-curricular programme, making a full contribution to our vibrant community. Please see the job description and provide a letter of application and curriculum vitae.

We are an inclusive international school committed to ‘success for all’, offering diverse programmes to meet the needs of our learners.

The successful candidate will be passionate about learning and committed to making a difference to the lives of the young people in their care. They will be a reflective practitioner and an effective collaborator, relentless in the pursuit of ‘better’ practice. We are a school with a strong sense of community amongst staff and students. Staff contribute to our pastoral care and well-being programme and to our co-curricular programme, making a full contribution to our vibrant community.

Safeguarding

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people are able to thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender or culture.

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.

Core Requirements of the Post

Teachers aspire to the highest standards of professionalism and will:

• Demonstrate excellent knowledge of swimming pedagogy, coaching and water safety.
• Create a safe and positive learning environment through mutual respect and high expectations.
• Inspire trust and confidence in students, colleagues and parents.
• Understand inclusive learning and adapt instruction to meet individual student needs.
• Promote high levels of participation, achievement and enjoyment in swimming.
• Use assessment effectively to inform teaching and improve student outcomes.
• Actively contribute to the wider life of the school and sports programme.
• Promote the school mission, values and Nord Anglia Education philosophy.
• Engage in ongoing professional learning and evidence-informed practice.

Areas of Responsibility and Key Tasks

Planning, Teaching and Learning

• Inspire students to become confident, capable and enthusiastic swimmers.
• Plan and deliver high-quality swimming lessons for students across Primary and selected Secondary year groups.
• Maintain a safe, stimulating and effective learning environment in and around the pool.
• Liaise with swim coaches and teachers to ensure effective support for all learners.
• Support students with additional educational needs and those learning English as an additional language
• Develop and maintain appropriate learning resources and equipment.
• Promote high standards of behaviour, participation and safety.
• Swimming Programme Leadership
• Develop and lead a progressive swimming pathway and competitive swimming programme.
• Lead before-school and after-school squad training sessions.
• Organise squad trials, selections and competition entries.
• Actively seek and coordinate participation in competitions and meets.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with parents regarding the swimming programme.
• Generate enthusiasm for swimming and inspire students to achieve their potential.
• Contribute to the wider sporting life of the school.
• Tracking, Assessment, Recording, Reporting
• Assess, monitor and record student progress in line with school expectations.
• Use assessment information to inform planning and support student development.
• Provide accurate and timely reports to students, parents and colleagues.
• Maintain appropriate records of participation, achievement and performance.
• Student Care, Guidance and Safeguarding
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of all students.
• Ensure swimming activities operate in accordance with risk assessments and school procedures.
• Monitor pool safety and report maintenance concerns promptly.
• Foster a positive, inclusive and supportive environment for all students.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support student wellbeing and development.

Health, Safety and Professional Development

• Contribute to risk assessments, policies and operational procedures.
• Support staff training in lifesaving, emergency procedures and pool safety.
• Participate actively in departmental meetings and professional learning.
• Share effective coaching and teaching practices with colleagues.
• Keep up to date with developments in swimming, coaching and education.

Other Requirements

• Contribute positively to the morale and community spirit of the school.
• Work effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Support school events, marketing initiatives and community engagement.
• Operate within all school policies and procedures.
• Undertake other reasonable duties as directed by the Director of Sport or Senior Leadership Team.