There are lots of ways to be part of the exciting work we do here at Puddle Ducks.
- Be a part of our Duck HQ team, focussing on supporting our wonderful network of franchisees and delivering our mission
- Train as a Puddle Ducks Teacher – just the best job in the world
- Work in one of our local teams, supporting the franchisee to build their business in your local area.
Take a look below at our current opportunities.
Current Vacancies
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North West
Swim Academy Teachers – Crewe & Stoke-on-Trent
Your chance to do the best job in the world!
We’re seeking a number of enthusiastic people to join our fantastic team to teach our popular Swim Academy classes for school aged children, aged 4 – 10 years. A passion for water, swimming and working with children is a must-have.
Ideally you will be ASA or STA Level 2 qualified (but not essential at application stage) with a positive can-do attitude, reliability, willingness to undergo further training and a flexible approach to working.
This is a part-time role, and you will need to be prepared to work weekends and after school sessions. In return we offer comprehensive ongoing training and support, a competitive salary and an extremely rewarding career.
For more information, please send an email to kim.pinnington@puddleducks.com
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Swimming Teachers - Lancashire
Join our Lancashire Puddle Ducks Team!
We are a close-knit team at Puddle Ducks Lancashire. We love to give our customers great memories and a fantastic time at their swimming lessons every week.To become a teacher, no previous experience is necessary as you will go through all relevant training before you start your new role.
We are always interested in hearing from people who live in Lancashire and share our passion. You must have a bubbly personality and a passion for teaching children to swim. No previous qualifications are necessary.Key Skills/Attributes:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- A passion for children and for teaching.
- No previous Swimming Teaching experience is necessary as full training will be given.
- Clean Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check (paid for and conducted by Puddle Ducks)
- Computer literate
- You need to be a reasonably competent swimmer (able to swim 25m and surface dive to the bottom of a 1.8m pool).
- Valid Driving Licence and use of own car is essential.
Current baby and pre-school vacancies are as follows;
- 4 hours on Saturdays at Springwood Primary School in Swinton
- 6 hours on Sundays at Springwood Primary School in Swinton
- 6 hours on Saturdays at Millwood Primary School in Radcliffe
- 6 hours on Sundays at Elms Bank School in Whitefield
- 6 hours on Sundays at Birtenshaw School in Bromley Cross
- 2 hours on Fridays at Millwood Primary School in Radcliffe
Basic Training For Baby And Pre-School Vacancies
Basic qualifications will need to be achieved locally (with our help and support) including STA Baby & Preschool plus STA Safety Award (STA SAT).
Followed By Puddle Ducks Course (2 Options)
Theory For Both courses - Mon 18th, Tues 19th, Fri 22nd July (online via Zoom or similar).
Course 1 - Practical in the pool in Nottingham - Wed 3rd and Thurs 4th Aug.
Course 2 - Practical in the pool in York - Dates TBC.Current Swim Academy vacancies are as follows;
- 3 hours on Saturdays at Bury Grammar School
- 3 hours on Sundays at Bury Grammar School
- 1.5-2 hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Birtenshaw School in Bromley Cross
Basic Training For Swim Academy Vacancies
Basic qualifications will need to be achieved locally (with our help and support) including STA Award plus STA Safety Award (STA SAT).
Followed By Puddle Ducks Course
Theory - Mon 18th and Tues 19th July (online via Zoom or similar).
Practical in the pool in Nottingham - Tues 2nd Aug.
Still interested? Simply send us an e-mail to jobs.lancashire@puddleducks.com and we will be in touch for an initial chat!
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Baby & Pre-school Weekend Swimming Teacher – Cheadle & Northwich
Your chance to do the best job in the world!
We have a weekend role available teaching babies and toddlers from birth to four years.
Becoming a baby swimming teacher is an amazing job! When you work for Puddle Ducks, you’re part of such an enthusiastic, committed and professional team. You will be trained and supported throughout your career with us. We offer highly competitive rates of pay.
You need to enjoy being in the water and able to swim, have a confident and friendly personality, be flexible and a team worker. Ideally you will already hold a relevant teaching qualification.
Becoming a swimming teacher for Puddle Ducks takes hard work and commitment but brings huge job satisfaction and fits in brilliantly around family life and other work commitments.
If you would like more information, please contact rachel.bateson@puddleducks.com
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Swim Academy Apprentice - Northwich, Cheshire
Your chance to do the best job in the world!
Puddle Ducks Mid Cheshire, based in Northwich, are on the hunt for a Level 2 Swim Academy Swimming Teacher Apprentice. A passion for water, swimming and working with children is a must-have!
Find out more here: https://bit.ly/3FhQIYx_________________________________________________Baby & Pre-school Weekend Swimming Teacher – Greater Manchester
Your chance to do the best job in the world!
We have a weekend role available in Greater Manchester, teaching babies and toddlers from birth to four years.
Becoming a baby swimming teacher is an amazing job! When you work for Puddle Ducks you’re part of such an enthusiastic bunch of talented teachers, both locally here in Greater Manchester and nationally, who give you so much ongoing training and support.
We offer highly competitive rates of pay and excellent career progression. No previous teaching or professional swimming experience is required as full training is available. We are here to support you with your training at every step along the way. You need to enjoy being in the water and able to swim, have a confident and friendly personality, be flexible and a team worker.
Becoming a swimming teacher for Puddle Ducks takes hard work and commitment, but brings huge job satisfaction and fits in brilliantly around family life and other work commitments.
If you would like more information please contact teachers.manchester@puddleducks.com.
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Swim Academy Teachers – Greater Manchester
Your chance to do the best job in the world!
We’re seeking a number of enthusiastic people to join our fantastic team to teach our popular Swim Academy classes for school aged children, aged 4 – 10 years. A passion for water, swimming and working with children is a must-have.
Ideally you will be ASA or STA Level 2 qualified with a positive can-do attitude, reliability, willingness to undergo further training and a flexible approach to working.
This is a part-time role and you will need to be prepared to work weekends and after school sessions. In return we offer comprehensive ongoing training and support, a competitive salary and an extremely rewarding career.
For more information, please send an email to teachers.manchester@puddleducks.com
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Baby & Pre-school Teacher - Merseyside
Your chance to do the best job in the world!
We are looking for a weekend Baby & Pre-school swimming teacher to join our team in Merseyside.
No experience necessary but any swimming teaching qualifications/experience would be a bonus.
If you are friendly, professional, reliable and keen to learn this job could be for you.
Email merseyside@puddleducks.com or call 0151 921 7070 for more info.
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Weekend Swim Academy swimming teacher vacancy in Chester & Wirral area
We are looking for committed individuals to join our growing Swim Academy team and teach on a part time basis.
We are looking for someone who:
- Can swim 25m and is confident diving to a depth of 2m
- Is confident, friendly, flexible and reliable
- Has a passion for working with children
- Has a driving licence and access to a car
- Is willing to commit to training requirements to fulfil the role
Applicants will require the following qualifications to be completed prior to joining out team, following a successful interview.
- STA Safety Award for Teachers or RLSS NRASTC Lifesaving qualification
- ASA/Swim England Level 2 Certificate or STA Swimming Award qualification
Puddle Ducks will support and guide you through the whole training process.
For more information, please send your CV to chester@puddleducks.com and we will be in touch.
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Baby & Pre-school Teacher - Weekend Sessions - Chester, Wirral and North Wales areas
Your chance to do the best job in the world!
We're looking for a special person to become a Puddle Ducks instructor teaching babies from birth to school age in Chester, Wirral and North Wales locations. A passion for water, swimming and working with children is a must-have.
No experience is necessary, more important is a positive can-do attitude, reliability, willingness to undergo intensive swimming teacher training and a flexible approach to working.
At least one day working at the weekend and your own transport is essential.
In return we offer comprehensive ongoing training and support, excellent rates of pay and an extremely rewarding career.
Qualifications you will need to undertake for this role include:
- STA Baby & Pre-school certificate 3 day training (self-funded)
- RLSS NRASTC or STA SAT Lifesaving training (self-funded)
- Puddle Ducks Baby & Pre-school 5 day training (funding awarded by Franchisee)
- Own car essential.
If you feel you have all the qualities we're looking for, we want to hear from you! Please contact us with as much detail about why you think you would be perfect for the role.
Email chester@puddleducks.com for more information.
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Baby & Pre-school Weekend Swimming Teacher – Crewe & Stoke-on-Trent
Your chance to do the best job in the world!
We have a weekend role available covering classes in Crewe & Stoke-on-Trent, teaching babies and toddlers from birth to four years.
Becoming a baby swimming teacher is an amazing job! When you work for Puddle Ducks you’re part of such an enthusiastic bunch of talented teachers, both locally here in the NW Midlands and nationally, who give you so much ongoing training and support.
We offer highly competitive rates of pay and excellent career progression. No previous teaching or professional swimming experience is required as full training is available. We are here to support you with your training at every step along the way. You need to enjoy being in the water and able to swim, have a confident and friendly personality, be flexible and a team worker.
Becoming a swimming teacher for Puddle Ducks takes hard work and commitment, but brings huge job satisfaction and fits in brilliantly around family life and other work commitments. Weekday hours also available.
If you would like more information please contact kim.pinnington@puddleducks.com
Don't see a role suitable for you? We are always on the lookout for hard working individuals to join our team. Send an email to info@puddleducks.com explaining what you're looking for and we'll be in touch.