Swim Teacher

Uppingham School Sports Centre is seeking a passionate and experienced Swim Teacher to join our team on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who loves teaching swimming and is eager to make a positive difference to both children and adults on their swim school journey.

As part of our dedicated Swim School team, you will plan and deliver enjoyable, safe and effective swimming lessons, drawing on your knowledge and experience to help learners of all ages and abilities develop their confidence in the water. You will be working within our state-of-the-art facilities, surrounded by a supportive group of professionals who are committed to providing an outstanding swimming experience.

This role is for six hours per week across thirteen weeks, with lessons taking place on Mondays from 4.00pm to 6.45pm and Wednesdays from 3.45pm to 7.00pm.

We are looking for someone who brings excellent communication, organisational and time keeping skills and a genuine passion for teaching. You will be fully qualified with an ASA Level 2 Swimming Teacher qualification and committed to delivering the highest standards of teaching.

Benefits:

When you join us, you become part of a community that appreciates and supports its team members. You will enjoy a range of benefits that reflects our appreciation:

• 50% Contribution towards premiums for the School’s private health scheme
• Discount on School fees
• Discount at a local nursery in Uppingham
• 25% Discount on holiday club fees for children of Uppingham staff
• Westfield healthcare
• Westfield Rewards which gives discounts at various retailers, gyms, cinemas, and restaurants
• Contributory pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• In house Occupational Health Service
• Membership to dual-use Sports Centre (with a £25 annual joining fee)
• Free staff lunches during term-time
• Free annual Flu vaccinations
• Complimentary staff ticket for select School performances
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Recognised as a “Disability Confident” employer
• Recognised as a “Mindful” employer
• Recognised as “Investors in Diversity”

To find out more and to download an application form, please click the apply button.

Closing date: Friday 10th October 2025.

We reserve the right to close the advert early upon the appointment of a successful candidate.

Uppingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview.