Hourly Rate of Pay: £17-£22.50
Depending on Qualifications and Experience
Location: University of Glasgow Sport Stevenson Building
Hours: Monday 17:30-19:30 & Thursday 17:00-19:00.
Cover for swim lessons is also available, with lessons taking place Monday 16:00-17:30 & Thursday 16:00-17:00
Role Duration
Academic Term Time
January 2026 - May 2026
August 2026 - May 2027
Role Requirements
University of Glasgow Sport are seeking to appoint freelance swimming instructors to support the Swim-Fit, Accessible Swim & Swimming Lesson Programmes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Work within a team to deliver swim sessions to a range of abilities
- Ensure a safe learning environment is provided for all participants
- Act as a positive role model to deliver the best possible experience for members
- Ensure best practice is maintained following the swimming syllabus
- Provide excellent customer service to all members within the programme
- Reporting regularly to the Sport Development Coordinator regarding participant progress and attendance
Required Certification
- Scottish Swimming Teachers Qualification (SSTQ) OR UKCC Level 1 OR UKCC L2 Swim Teachers Qualification
- Other qualifications may be considered if they are comparable to the above
- Personal Accident Insurance, with a minimum of £5 million cover.
- Membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) is required for the post, applicants will be required to pay for their PVG Membership/Scheme checks
Essential Experience
- Experience and knowledge of working with adults in a group swimming environment
- Motivated and innovative person who is passionate about teaching adults
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Ability to adapt and have a flexible approach to meet the needs of the service
Desirable Experience
- Experience of working with adults with disabilities in a sporting environment
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact the Sport Development Coordinator Amber.Campbell@glasgow.ac.uk
Applications should include a short covering letter and CV. Submitted to Amber.Campbell@glasgow.ac.uk
Closing Date 12:00pm 21/01/2026
Interviews will be held week commencing 26th of January