Swimming Teacher
Sawley Junior School, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG10 3DQ6 days remaining to apply
Job start date
4 May 2026
Closing date
20 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
13 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Part time: 16 hours a week Monday to Thursday 11:45- 15:45
Contract type
- Fixed term - Unknown at this time - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- Grade 9 (SCP 16-19): FTE £32,347 - £34,317 (Actual Pro Rata Salary £11,723.64 - £12,437.64)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Essential Requirements
ASA Level 2 Swimming Teacher or equivalent
NPLQ or Reach Rescue or equivalent
Must hold a current First Aid certificate or willing to undertake training.
Excellent understanding of the teaching of swimming
Experience of providing support to other staff.
Able to meet the physical demands of supervising pupils in a pool environment.
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
Excellent organisational skills, including the production or written reports and administrative paperwork
What the school offers its staff
Sawley Junior School is a vibrant and inclusive community where every child is valued and encouraged to achieve their best.
We offer:
➢ the opportunity to join a positive, supportive and forward-thinking staff team;
➢ outstanding professional development opportunities led by our dynamic senior leadership team in partnership with the One Academy Trust;
➢ the opportunity to contribute to the development of the school at this exciting stage of our journey; ➢ enthusiastic, polite and well-mannered pupils;
➢ access to a package of wellbeing services such as physiotherapy, mindfulness, online gym classes and expert advice to support your wellbeing ➢ access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Further information about the job
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality swimming lessons that support pupils’ progress towards National Curriculum swimming and water safety requirements.
- Adapt teaching approaches to meet individual needs, including pupils with SEND or barriers to learning.
- Monitor and record pupil progress accurately, providing feedback to the PE Lead and school leadership when required.
- Promote safe, positive behaviour in and around the pool, ensuring all pupils follow safety expectations.
- Supervise pupils safely on poolside and in changing areas, following all safeguarding and child protection procedures.
- Maintain and organise swimming equipment, ensuring it is prepared for lessons and stored safely after use.
- Liaise with parents, staff and swimming development partners to support pupil progress and programme quality.
Support and guide swim-spotting staff to ensure safe, effective practice during lessons.
• Contribute to the smooth running of the school’s swimming programme, including assisting with events such as galas and reward sessions.
• Uphold the school’s values, policies and commitment to safeguarding at all times
Commitment to safeguarding
ONE Academy Trust has a strong commitment to inclusion, equality and diversity. SJS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks. This job role is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) which requires you to disclose all spent convictions and cautions except those which are ‘protected’ under Police Act 1997 – Part V and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). An online check will be carried out on shortlisted candidates as part of due diligence.
Applying for the job
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About Sawley Junior School
- School type
- Academy, ages 7 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 327 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 7 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Sawley Junior School website
- Email address
- info@sawley-jun.derbyshire.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 0115 973 3626
Sawley Junior School is a great place for children to aspire, achieve and thrive: we are proud of the positive outcomes in our recent inspection which you can read here – SJS Ofsted Report 2023.
Our children are enthusiastic, keen to learn and respectful. They love engaging in hands-on, creative learning opportunities and thrive with teachers who are fair, have clear and consistent boundaries, are caring and make their learning engaging.
We are a hard-working team looking for teachers who are as committed as we are to ensuring that all children receive the quality education they deserve - someone who has the skills and desire to develop and nurture every child in their care.
Sawley Junior School is one of the eight primary schools that make up ONE Academy Trust who offer exciting opportunities for career progression alongside other Trust employee benefits.
Arranging a visit to Sawley Junior School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email info@sawley-jun.derbyshire.sch.uk.
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