Sport & Physical Activity Coach (Disability Swim) - 3 x 15 hrs / 3 x bank positions

Job Description

Glasgow Life is looking for Sport and Physical Activity Coaches (Disability Swim) to join us across 3 x 15 hour part time, permanent contracts and/or bank positions. As a Sport and Physical Activity Coach (Disability Swim) you will be joining our in-demand Disability Learn to Swim programme or our schools swimming programme. You will be part of a dedicated team which supports children and young people with a disability to be water confident and learn to swim safely.

As a Sport and Physical Activity Coach (Disability Swim) you’ll be joining our Glasgow Life Sport team, playing your part in encouraging people to live an active Glasgow life. Through sport and physical activity, we promote inclusion and wellbeing throughout the city. From Glasgow Club to our Learn to Swim programmes, the services we provide allow people to experience the life-changing benefits of participating in sports at all levels. Read more on our website. https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/sport

About Glasgow Life
Glasgow Life is the charity which inspires people to lead richer, more active lives through culture and sport. Simply put, we believe that everyone deserves a great Glasgow life. We do this by delivering innovative cultural and sporting programmes and events which improve the mental, physical, and economic well-being of Glasgow. Glasgow Life also creates unforgettable experiences for tourists, strengthening the city’s visitor economy. We stage world-class events, conferences and festivals which enhance Glasgow’s international reputation. Glasgow is the first city to be named European Capital of Sport twice sport and was also the first place in the UK to be named a UNESCO City of Music.

The role
As a Sport and Physical Activity Coach (Disability Swim) you’ll be an integral part of the team by delivering and implementing a comprehensive learn to swim programme for people with a disability. Reporting to the Sport and Physical Activity Officer (Cohesion) and working alongside an established team of coaching staff.

If you’re interested in joining us as a Sport and Physical Activity Coach (Disability Swim) you’ll need:
• Scottish Swimming Teaching Qualification (SSTQ) or equivalent
• Considerable experience of working with people with a disability
• Able to easily engage, communicate with and motivate people with a disability
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to work effectively in a team

You can read the full person specification for this role under the ‘Job Attachments’ section..

The Schools Swimming Programme role is working daytime, for example Tuesday to Thursday 9.45am - 2.45pm.

Bank hours are available across our Disability Learn to Swim programme which take place in the evenings or weekends, for example Monday 3.45 - 6.15pm, Saturday 9.45 - 12.15pm and also the schools swimming programme.

Important Dates: Closing date 19th January 2025 and interviews are provisionally scheduled for week commencing 27th January 2025.

Membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme will be essential on taking up appointment. Please note successful candidates for the above position will be required to pay for their PVG Membership/or Scheme Checks.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Benefits at Glasgow Life

• 30 days holiday allowance plus 6.5 public holidays (for full-time roles). After 5 years completed service, the entitlement will increase to 35 days from the next annual leave year
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounted Glasgow Club membership and money off in our museum shops and online store
• Option to buy extra annual leave
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• And much more!

 

Diversity matters at Glasgow Life

We're determined to reflect the extraordinary diversity of Glasgow in our workforce. Glasgow Life is on a journey to develop a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. Where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We're a Disability Confident and Carer Positive employer and invite candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Read more about our commitment to equality and diversity on our website. https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/the-small-print/an-inclusive-employer

Application Packs

Alternative Application Packs can be requested in other formats for example, Large Print, Braille, Audio and other languages. To request an alternative Application Pack please phone 0141 287 1054.

Packs will be posted out to you within 3 working days of receiving your telephone request.

Please note the closing date of the job advert to ensure that you give yourself plenty of time to complete your application form and return it to us.

Further Information

Please note that Glasgow Life, as an ALEO to Glasgow City Council, is currently completing a Job Evaluation exercise and introducing a new pay and grading structure which may impact on current salaries quoted in job adverts, see

https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/jobevaluation for more information.

 

For further information about working for us please refer to our website https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/work-with-us