What Jobs are available for Swimming in Ireland?

Job Description
Location:
Meenderrygamph,

We're a
family-run hotel and leisure centre
with a warm, friendly atmosphere and a passion for making every guest's stay unforgettable. Now, we're looking for an enthusiastic
Swim Teacher & Leisure Centre Team Member
to join our fun, supportive crew.

If you love working with people, making a difference, and spending your day in a lively, active environment, this could be your perfect fit.

About The Role
What You'll Be Doing

• Teaching safe, engaging swimming lessons for all ages and abilities
• Assisting with the daily running of our leisure facilities (pool, gym)
• Welcoming guests and members, helping them feel at home
• Maintaining high safety and cleanliness standards around the leisure centre
• Supporting leisure events, activities, and community programmes

What's In It For You

• Competitive hourly rate + benefits
• Bonus rates for swim teaching
• Flexible shifts
• Free use of our leisure facilities (pool, gym)
• Discounts on hotel stays, dining, and treatments
• Paid training and career progression opportunities
• Be part of a friendly, close-knit team where you're valued and supported
• Work in a beautiful hotel setting with a great atmosphere

Skills Needed
Hospitality

About The Company
The Gallen Hospitality group is comprised of three 4-star, family-run hotels located in Ballybofey and Gweedore, Co Donegal.Owned by the Gallen family, the Villa Rose Hotel was established in the year 2000 and is comprised of 57 bedrooms, state of the art spa facility and has been consistently named Ireland's top hotels in the Tripadvisor Traveller's choice awards.In 2016, the Gallen family added Jackson's Hotel to their offering. With 135 bedrooms, a leisure centre and extensive conference & banqueting facilities the hotel is one of the largest in the region.In 2021, the family acquired An Chúirt Hotel in Gweedores 66 bedrooms & a health club. An Chúirt is nestled in the beautiful Donegal countryside with the iconic Errigal Mountain as it's backdrop.

Company Culture
At Gallen Hospitality our culture centers around our people and we focus on their well-being, safety and equality. With over 300 employees, we are a principal hospitality employer in the County. When we take care of our staff, our staff take care of our guests. WELL-BEING We believe the role we can play in our employees well-being is one of the most important responsibilities we have as employers. EQUALITY We operate an Equal Opportunities Policy. We are proud of how often employees are promoted within the Group.

Required Criteria

• Swim teaching qualification (or willingness to train – we'll help)
• Great people skills and a friendly, welcoming personality
• Team player who's happy to get stuck in wherever needed
• Commitment to safety and customer care
• Flexibility to work a mix of shifts, including weekends

Desired Criteria
Closing Date
Sunday 2nd November, 2025

Contract Type
fulltime

Salary
From €13.50 Hourly to €17.50 Hourly

Are you a teacher by nature, looking to help others learn the joy of swimming?

Oakgrove Leisure Centre is the premier provider of swim lessons in Cork for 30 years.

We are looking for experienced and qualified swim teachers to join our team.

Level 2 only: Swim Ireland or Water Safety Ireland

Flexible options: Part-Time / Day time

Rewarding opportunities for teaching children and adults.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: €20.00-€28.75 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 15 per week

Benefits:

• Gym membership
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cork, County Cork: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• LEVEL 2 swim teacher qualification (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 03/10/2025

Reference ID: OCT25SWIM

Expected start date: 06/10/2025

Exciting Opportunity Water Babies Ireland South East are looking for a new teacher to join their team in Carlow. Are you passionate about swimming and teaching children then a job as a Water Babies teacher could be right for you.

You don't need to have any previous swim teaching experience as we train our teachers to the highest standard possible., including pool lifeguard qualification. So if you have buckets of enthusiasm, love people, swimming and being part of a team then we want to hear from you.

Applicants must be available to work every Sunday ( except bank holidays) and hold a full drivers license.

This job would be subject to successful completion of Water Babies training which includes a 5-day residential course in Ireland along with pre course shadowing lessons, pre course online learning modules and a full schedule of mentored lessons.

We cover the cost of world class training that leads to Swim England's Level 3 qualification. A training agreement is completed and signed by the successful candidate prior to being booked onto the course.

Become part of the family. Just email a copy of your CV and a covering letter and we'll be in touch

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Contract length: 24 months

Pay: From €25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 4.50 per week

Work Location: In person

We are looking for qualified swim teachers to join our team

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: €15.00-€26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Gym membership
• On-site gym
• On-site parking

Licence/Certification:

• Swim teacher qualification (required)

Work Location: In person

Nestled in the heart of our forest you will find the centrepiece of Center Parcs, the Subtropical Swimming Paradise. Heated to 29.5C all year round and open from 10am to 9pm daily, the huge pool area includes a toddler pool, wave pool, whirlpool and exciting flumes as well as the wild water rapids. There are many activities available from learning to Snorkel, Scuba Diving and Aqua jets.

SWIMMING POOL TEAM LEADER | €16.78 per hour

In this role, you will support the management team by ensuring the smooth running of all pool facilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required as you will build and maintain professional working relationships with all colleagues.

Previous supervisory experience is required as you will be responsible for the coaching and continuous development of all members of the team. Other supervisory experience will include the timely completion of performance appraisals and ensuring that all legal training is completed as per company standards.

The successful candidate will help drive retail sales and assist the Swimming Pool Manager in achieving all financial targets.

The ideal candidate will have a professional and friendly manner and will be committed to providing the highest level of guest care.

Due to the sensitive nature of this role the successful applicant will be required to apply for Garda Vetting. This disclosure, together with other selection information, will need to be satisfactory to the Company for employment to commence.

HOURS OF WORK

We have the following contracts available on a flexible basis. This means that your hours and days of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period.

150 hours per 4-week period - Fully Flexible over 7 days

150 hours per 4-week period - Fixed term until 9th April 2026

Please state your desired contracted hours from the options above under the suitability section of your application form.

As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis with a premium rate of pay for hours worked on a Sunday.

ABOUT YOU

Essential requirements:

• RLSS Pool Lifeguard / IWS Qualification
• Good communication skills
• Supervisory experience of working in a similar position and environment
• Experience of managing people, good attention to detail
• Friendly, genuine and warm towards guests and colleagues

Desirable requirements:

• First Aid Certificate
• ISRM Pool Plant Course
• • ISRM Higher Professional Diploma or similar leisure supervisor qualification

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

Center Parcs is a fantastic place to work and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:

• Colleague Bonus Scheme
• Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
• Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchers
• Free use of our leisure facilities
• Discounted Center Parcs breaks
• 20% discount in our restaurant and retail outlets
• Access to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discounts
• An Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal matters
• Excellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications

If this sounds like your ideal job, then we'd love to see your application.

Closing date: 2nd October 2025

Interviews to be held: Ongoing

Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.

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At Center Parcs, everyone's welcome.

We recognise that we're all at our best when we're being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience. Please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.

Nestled in the heart of our forest you will find the centrepiece of Center Parcs, the Subtropical Swimming Paradise. Heated to 29.5C all year round and open from 10am to 9pm daily, the huge pool area includes a toddler pool, wave pool, whirlpool and exciting flumes as well as the wild water rapids. There are many activities available from learning to Snorkel, Scuba Diving and Aqua jets.

SWIMMING POOL TEAM LEADER | €16.78 per hour
In this role, you will support the management team by ensuring the smooth running of all pool facilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required as you will build and maintain professional working relationships with all colleagues.

Previous supervisory experience is required as you will be responsible for the coaching and continuous development of all members of the team. Other supervisory experience will include the timely completion of performance appraisals and ensuring that all legal training is completed as per company standards.

The successful candidate will help drive retail sales and assist the Swimming Pool Manager in achieving all financial targets.

The ideal candidate will have a professional and friendly manner and will be committed to providing the highest level of guest care.

Due to the sensitive nature of this role the successful applicant will be required to apply for Garda Vetting. This disclosure, together with other selection information, will need to be satisfactory to the Company for employment to commence.
HOURS OF WORK
We have the following contracts available on a flexible basis. This means that your hours and days of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period.

150 hours per 4-week period
- Fully Flexible over 7 days

150 hours per 4-week period
- Fixed term until 9th April 2026

Please state your desired contracted hours from the options above under the suitability section of your application form.
As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis with a premium rate of pay for hours worked on a Sunday.

About You
Essential requirements:

• RLSS Pool Lifeguard / IWS Qualification
• Good communication skills
• Supervisory experience of working in a similar position and environment
• Experience of managing people, good attention to detail
• Friendly, genuine and warm towards guests and colleagues

Desirable requirements:

• First Aid Certificate
• ISRM Pool Plant Course
• -ISRM Higher Professional Diploma or similar leisure supervisor qualification

About The Benefits
Center Parcs is a fantastic place to work and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:

• Colleague Bonus Scheme
• Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
• Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchers
• Free use of our leisure facilities
• Discounted Center Parcs breaks
• 20% discount in our restaurant and retail outlets
• Access to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discounts
• An Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal matters
• Excellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications

If this sounds like your ideal job, then we'd love to see your application.

Closing date:
2nd October 2025

Interviews to be held:
Ongoing

Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.
Follow us - Facebook | LinkedIn
At Center Parcs, everyone's welcome.
We recognise that we're all at our best when we're being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience. Please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.

The Role :

We are looking for a part-time Swim Teacher to Join our friendly and welcoming team, where they will share their knowledge, expertise and passion for swimming with people, enabling them to gain a skill that may well save their lives while supporting them to keep fit and have fun

The Hotel:

The Castle Oaks is part of the Só Hotel Group. The Só Hotel Group was established in 2016. Founded by Pat McDonagh, we are a dynamic, modern group of Irish family-owned hotels, delivering accessible luxury in elegant, guest-focused surroundings. The Castle Oaks is a beautiful country house venue located on 26 acres in the picturesque village of Castleconnell just 10 minutes outside Limerick city and 5 minutes from the M7 motorway.

The Castle Oaks has 62 luxurious rooms and suites.

One of Six properties within the Só Hotel Group. Só Hotel group we invest in people, providing clear professional growth including team and management development. We believe great hospitality is provided by great people

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning and delivering lessons to suit each swimmer in the class
• Ensuring safe provision and correct use of all equipment
• Establishing and making sure that safety standards are followed in every lessons
• Identifying participants' abilities and encouraging them to reach their full potential
• Providing explanations and demonstrating swimming techniques
• Correcting faults in swimming techniques and identifying ways to improve performance Other Responsibilities
• Being a positive role model, creating a positive and fun environment in which to motivate and encourage children and adults to participate in swimming
• Setting ground rules for each session
• Evaluating sessions and giving constructive feedback
• Regularly assessing each participant's ability and progress
• Attending team meetings and training sessions as needed
• Agreeing to abide by a code of conduct and carrying out duties in accordance with BASS and site policies, including equal opportunities, safeguarding children, health and safety at work, etc.

The Ideal Person:

• Experience in Teaching Swimming an advantage .
• Have a positive attitude with a great work ethic
• Flexible
• Excellent communication skills

Skills Required

• The ability to deal with customers and their queries and concerns with tact and sensitivity. The ability to work as part of a team.
• The ability to undertake routine maintenance and cleaning.
• The ability to deliver high quality service with minimal supervision.

Qualifications Requirements

• Swimming instructor qualification.
• Lifeguard qualification would be an advantage.
• First Aid an advantage
• Experience in teaching swimming lessons is essential
• Pool Plant Advantage

Benefits:

The Só Hotel Group is an awarding company to work for. We are very proud of our team and value their commitment to creating positive experiences for our guests and colleagues alike.

In return, we offer an exciting, vibrant, positive and rewarding working environment. Some benefits employees of Só Hotels enjoy are as follows:

• The provision of ongoing training and development opportunities
• Employee Recognition Awards
• Free car parking
• Career enhancement/progression opportunities
• Group Employee Discount Scheme
• Free Meals on duty
• Complimentary use of The Leisure Club
• Complimentary Coffee
• Bike to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Food allowance
• Gym membership
• On-site gym
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Are you qualified in the industry

Experience:

• Swim teaching : 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

Join K Leisure's Dynamic Swim Teaching Team – Enhance Lives through Swimming

Are you a passionate and skilled Level 2 swim teacher? K Leisure is seeking enthusiastic professionals to join our vibrant Learn to Swim programme. Each week, we teach over 2,500 swimmers, providing a fun, progressive learning environment.

What You'll Do:

• Lead up to 30 Learn to Swim sessions per week.
• Offer one-on-one coaching, with private lessons in high demand, earning potential starting at €15+ for each 30-minute session.

Core Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality, structured lessons aligned with Swim Ireland's Learn to Swim framework.
• Engage with children in programmed group lessons and school lessons.
• Collaborate with the swimming coordinator, other teachers, and lifeguards to ensure smooth lesson delivery.
• Foster positive relationships with swimmers and their parents/guardians.
• Continuously track progress, providing constructive feedback to swimmers and communicating updates to parents/guardians.
• Develop and challenge swimmers in a motivating and fun environment.
• Contribute to teacher development by sharing best practices and training new teachers.

Your Qualifications:

• Swim Ireland Level 2 Swimming Teacher qualification or equivalent.
• Experience teaching groups of 10+ swimmers.
• A passion for professional development and a desire to grow as a swim tutor.

If you're ready to make an impact in the swimming community, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and dive into a rewarding career with K Leisure

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: Up to €36.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Gym membership
• Wellness program

Application question(s):

• How you delivered adult and child group lessons in the past?
• Can you reliably travel to both Naas and Athy, Co. Kildare?

Experience:

• swim teacher: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Swim Teacher Level 2 or Equivalent (required)

Work Location: In person

DIVE into a CAREER with AURA

We are looking for a qualified Swim Teacher on a Part Time basis to join our team at Aura Tullamore.

Flexible working hours - morning, afternoon, evening, both weekdays and weekend shifts available

Make your passion your profession and teach people how to swim

Upskilling opportunities across other areas of the business.

Why join the Aura Family?

We are the best in our industry We don't just talk about our values; we live them every single day.

We don't say we're the best place to work our people do. We have been recognized again as one of the Best Workplaces in Ireland in 2025. This marks the seventh year Aura has been ranked among the Top Large Irish Workplaces. We are also proud to have been named the Best Workplace for Women and Best Workplace for Health & Wellbeing in both 2024 and 2025.

At Aura our people are at the heart of our business and our culture is built on embracing diversity and inclusion.

In 2024 we were awarded the "Investors in Diversity Silver Certification" with the Irish Centre for Diversity and we were honoured to win the National Advancing Disability Equality Award 2025.

Safety, Health and Wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. In 2024 we received the H&S National Sport & Leisure Award.

We place emphasis on learning and development, so if you join us you can expect to learn and grow throughout your career.

Other reasons to join our team.

Friends and Family Benefit - all employees get to nominate a friend or family member for free membership of one of our leisure centres

Our Training Academy - opportunities to certify to the highest industry standards in a range of industry practices such as Lifeguarding, Swim Teaching, Pool Plant Operations etc

Aspire Programme - our talent development programme which gives you unrivalled access to training, development and further certification opportunities

Career Development - opportunities to become a Tutor in a range of industry practices and to shape the careers of others

Aura One Hub - benefits, rewards and recognition platform

EAP Programme - a free confidential comprehensive advice and support service ranging from financial and legal advice to counselling for you and your family members

Our GEM Awards programme, acknowledging those who go the extra mile

A range of other benefits such as Bike to Work, TaxSaver, retail discounts, Length of Service benefit and discounted Health Insurance for employee's and dependants through the HSF Health Plans

Our vision is BIG.

Aura's vision is for a healthier and happier Ireland by improving the health and wellbeing of our nation through exercise, sport and active living.

Your mission:

Inspire people with your passion for swimming

Ensure a fun and inclusive learning environment

Teach all abilities and ages to swim

Maintain safety of our customers at all times

Give valuable feedback to learners to help them develop their skills

Display a commitment to our vision, purpose and values

Attend mandatory meetings and training sessions

Maintain a high standard of customer service

Be an Aura ambassador and represent the company with a professional approach and attitude

These are just some of the tasks our swim teachers undertake each day and this list is just part of what life in Aura has in store for you.

Here's what we need from you:

Swim Teacher qualification Level I or Level II required

A positive attitude and a genuine focus on teamwork

A passion for teaching people how to swim

Previous experience working as a Swim Teacher is an advantage

Committed and consistent availability to work flexible hours/days

Due to the nature of this role fluent English is required

If you believe you are the right fit for this role, why not check out our values and see if Aura is the right fit for you?

To be considered for this role you must be legally entitled to work in Ireland.

We do not require the assistance of agencies. Aura is an equal opportunities employer.

By applying for the position, you agree for Aura Holohan Group to collect your personal data for the purpose of managing recruitment related activities.

Aura does not disclose your personal data to unauthorized third parties.