Swimming Co-ordinator - Wimbledon, London

Reporting into the Family Activities Manager, and working closely with the Swim Instructors & wider club team, the Swim Co-ordinator will be responsible for:

• Developing, managing and implementing a comprehensive in club Swim programme, including ASA guidelines, innovations and holiday activities.


• Ensuring the Swim instructors comply with Health & Safety and department policies to provide a safe environment at all times, acting in accordance with the Safeguarding Children & Vulnerable adults policy and statutory requirements from Regulatory Bodies.


• Ensuring an excellent level of teaching is delivered to our members, that exciting and engaging activities & lessons are being delivered at all times by leading the Swim Team to achieve a high standard, creating an exceptional experience for our members.


• Responsible for developing creative and innovative classes following the ASA National Swim Plan for Teaching Swimming.


• Line management of the Swim team including recruitment, training and development, as well as rotas and payroll.


• Drive the department to meet all set targets and budgets, exceed commercial success by developing and training existing staff to Brand Standards.


• Accountable for successfully delivering financial & departmental KPIs, department Health Checks and audits.
  
  Are you organised with great communication skills and experience in the world of Swim Management & Safeguarding?, To be successful, you'll have excellent people skills and a flexible approach. Friendly and accessible to colleagues, customers and their children; you'll have strong interpersonal, organisational and time management skills


• An ASA Level 2/STA Full Swim Instructor Qualificaiton


• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills, with the ability to respond appropriately & professionally to everyone you interact with.


• Previous experience of working in a commercial environment, with the ability to remain calm under pressure and work politely and efficiently in all situations.


• Proficiency in using a computer with the confidence to learn new systems & databases quickly.


• Either a Lifeguard Qualification or a confident swimming ability & willingness to take the course within the first month of starting.


• Enhanced DBS clearance before start date
  
  Why not master your trade in a diverse and fun environment, we'll support you in this great new challenge with coaching and development every step of the way. Also, to reward your hard work you'll get:


• Great personal development through our in-house Management Development programme 'Evolve'. Upon completion, you'll receive a Level 3 Diploma in Management Development accredited by the Institute of Leadership Management.


• Complimentary gym membership for you and a buddy


• Discount on loads of Virgin products and services


• 30 days holiday (pro rata), plus bonus birthday day


• Salary Finance - financial wellbeing


• Employee Assistance Programme