Job Description

Aquatics manager:


Do you want to have a job where you can really enjoy yourself and make a difference-Dive in and join us! Are you a natural leader, a motivator and ready to work in a position that is fun and rewarding? If so, British Swim School of Greater Santa Clara would like to meet you! As our new Aquatics Manager/Leader, your purpose will be to help us create a fun and professional environment, providing our customers and their children with a great learning experience. You’ll work closely with the franchise owner and our swim instructors to help shape our school’s culture and commitment to running a smooth operation. You’ll also play a big role in helping bring more customers to the school and keep them coming back. This is a part-time position developing into a full-time as we scale. You will need to work flexible hours, including a regular weekend day and evenings. You will need to be able to travel locally in the Greater Santa Clara area to all our pools, as well as travel for Aquatic training and conferences. Your responsibilities will include:

• Training the British Swim School program curriculum to children and adults as the Lead Instructor
• Training all our swim teachers in the BSS swim method and supporting their ongoing development.
• Using BSS Instructor assessment and development tools/checklists to maintain lesson quality.
• Evaluating swim instructor performance and creating performance improvement plans as necessary.
• Offering guidance and support when managing difficult class situations
• Assisting with business growth and attracting new customers
• Enrollment and scheduling

Do you have what we are looking for?

• A proven track record in the world of swimming and fitness teaching/management – A specialist aquatics qualification is desirable but not required.
• Experience working with children and a passion for our mission of water safety and survival.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Experience with setting and maintaining standards for a service business – especially if its child related.
• A Lifeguard certification – or ability to renew.
• Fluency in English is a must – and another language is a real bonus!

If you can offer us all the above, then in return we'll give you training on the best swim program in the business, along with a competitive compensation package. Come and join us at British Swim School, where we’ve been teaching the “Survival of the littlest” since 1981. Compensation and Rewards: $28.00 hourly · Competitive compensation · Paid world class training including lifeguard certification.· A role filled with purpose and helping others in a fun environment.· A dynamic and rewarding corporate culture that fits.· Opportunities for advancement and career growth· Birthdays off paid

Working at British Swim School is so much more than just a job...it’s an opportunity to leave a legacy that may transform a child’s life.


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?

1. Safe & happy work environment – where else might you get to sing at work?
2. Flexible work schedules and hours – making this a great role for students, parents and anyone with a busy lifestyle!
3. 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
Compensation: $28.00 per hour

Working at British Swim School is more than just a job; it’s a chance to create a lasting impact that could change a child's life.

As part of the British Swim School Team, you play a role in your local community, empowering others and sharing your passion. It’s a chance to be part of a fun-loving team of dedicated people who are committed to promoting water safety and a lifelong love of the water.

While we teach swimming to people of all ages and abilities, most of our students are preschool and elementary-aged kids. Our instructors should like working with this age group and be good at making parents feel comfortable. It's helpful if you have experience with children or in a child-focused job, but it's not required if you can show the right attitude. The job comes with specialized training in our advanced and unique British Swim School approach.

We also have exciting opportunities with our Customer Service Team, even if you're not in the pool. These are the people committed to providing the best service in the industry. In these roles, you might talk to parents on the phone or by the pool. Wherever you are, the aim is to make everyone feel like part of the British Swim School Family as we focus on ensuring the “Survival of the Littlest.”

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.