Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

Would you like to save lives while working in a positive environment? British Swim School of Jacksonville Beaches - Orange Park is seeking outgoing individuals to teach water survival and swim techniques to clients of all ages. Have fun while making a lifelong impact!

About Us:

Here at British Swim School, we are more than just a fun, surface-level swim lesson provider. We strive to make a substantial impact within our communities to combat the tragically high child drowning statistics. We invest in quality team members to teach our lessons with the mindset that we are two schools in one, a survival school first and a learn-to-swim school second. As a result, we can support our mission “to ensure that every person, regardless of age or ability, has the opportunity to become a safe and happy swimmer”.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Rewarding job with competitive pay - all while making a true difference in your community!
• Structured, paid training in the BSS curriculum
• A genuine opportunity for growth within our organization
• An opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others
• A fun place to work
• Paid time off
• Birthday off with pay
• Professional development assistance

The Position:

At British Swim School, we teach fun swim lessons, but that’s not all! We shoot through the water like torpedoes toward our swimmers’ goals! We are a team of fun-loving people that are serious about saving lives and having fun while doing it!

An Instructor in British Swim School will...

• Report directly to and support the Aquatics Manager and/or Business Owner(s).
• Instruct swimming lessons in accordance with British Swim School training and program standards, maintaining certifications throughout employment.
• Work a flexible schedule that may include evenings (3pm-8pm), weekends (8am- 1pm), and holidays as required by business needs.
• Work in an environment where noise levels are usually moderate to high and be in the water for the duration of the shift.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma, equivalent, or in the process of completion.
• Enthusiastic personality.
• Comfortable in and around the water. Strong swimming skills are a plus but can be taught and developed!
• Must maintain certifications throughout the length of employment.
• Must complete all required British Swim School Aquatics-specific training and testing.
• Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Certification(s) preferred (but can be obtained during training)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with children.
• Swimming experience: 1-2 years preferred but not required.
• Customer service skills: 1 year preferred

Since 1981, British Swim School has been offering swimming lessons for babies, children, and adults, focusing first on critical water survival skills needed to survive a water accident, then progressing to stroke development and more advanced skills. Dubbed as one of the fastest-growing franchises in the U.S. and Canada, we teach over 27,000 swimming lessons per week using our signature fun and gentle methods.

The British Swim School team is a nationwide franchise system of independent business owners who are dedicated to our mantra of ‘Survival of the Littlest’ for their local families.

Why join British Swim School?

• Safe & happy work environment – where else might you get to sing at work?
• Flexible work schedules and hours – making this a great role for students, parents and anyone with a busy lifestyle!
• Rewarding job with competitive pay – all while making a true difference in your community!

Each franchise location is independently owned and operated by a franchisee (franchise owner). Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to British Swim School Corporate.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $14.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 4.0 – 30.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a swim background?

Experience:

• Swimming: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Lifeguard Training (Preferred)

Work Location: In person