Ian Richards
Leicestershire
Summary
Highly motivated, qualified swim teacher with a strong commitment to making swimming accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Skilled in breaking down strokes for beginners, supporting a safe, encouraging environment. Eager to bring energy and a fresh, modern approach to the school swimming, learn to swim and adult swimming, encouraging a lifelong love of water in students, ensuring pool safety, and developing tailored lesson plans that boost confidence and skill levels in swimmers of all ages and abilities.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Swim Teacher
Nuffield Health
Northampton, Northamptonshire
2025.03 - Current
- Assisted in organising swimming events, contributing to community engagement.
- Monitored student progression with regular assessments, identifying areas needing attention.
- Collaborated with other instructors on best practices, improving overall team effectiveness.
- Improved children's water confidence promotes fun, engaging activities for up to 6 students and 1-2-1 sessions.
- Prepared lesson materials, ensuring productive sessions.
- Adapted teaching to suit individual and group needs for responsive swimming lesson instruction.
Swim Teaching
Leicester City Council
Leicester, Leicestershire
2024.06 - Current
- Assisted experienced instructors with group swimming lessons for children up to 12 students of all ages.
- Provided basic swimming technique guidance and monitored pool safety
- Collaborated with other instructors on best practices, improving overall team effectiveness.
- Encouraged swimmers through motivational coaching, maximising their potential.
- Established and maintained excellent customer relationships, putting pupils at ease with a confident, can-do attitude.
- Motivated individuals and groups to achieve positive results against set goals.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Health & Social Care
Wrexham Glyndwr University
Plas Coch07.2019
Skills
- Basic swimming strokes instruction
- Water safety procedures and pool entry/exit techniques
- Ability to tailor lessons to meet the needs of diverse learners, from beginners to intermediate swimmers, with varying learning styles and physical capabilities
- Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills to clearly explain swimming techniques and provide constructive feedback
- Committed to safety adherence to pool safety regulations
- Positive attitude to motivate learners and create a fun, enjoyable learning experience
Certification
Level 2 Swimming Teachers Award: STA July 2024
First Aid Certificate: NHS 2024
Timeline
Swim Teacher
Nuffield Health
2025.03 - Current
Swim Teaching
Leicester City Council
2024.06 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Health & Social Care
Wrexham Glyndwr University