Teacher (Primary Swimming Specialist – peripatetic) – City Wide

Education
Midlothian
July 2, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

Teacher (Primary Swimming Specialist – peripatetic)

Fixed term until 30/06/2027. City Wide. Salary £35,022 – £52,740. Hours 35 per week.

Role Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed specialist to join our Primary Curricular Swimming Team for the 2026/27 academic session. The role involves delivering high quality swimming lessons across primary schools, teaching P5 pupils and, where timetabled, preparing P4 pupils. As a peripatetic teacher you will work across a variety of schools and swimming pools throughout the week and academic year.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver curricular swimming lessons to P5 pupils, with preparatory lessons to P4 pupils where permitted.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues and independently as required.
  • Monitor and record pupil progress using Pupil Tracker.
  • Ensure health and safety and comply with City of Edinburgh Council swimming certificate stages and the Scottish Swimming Framework.

Qualifications

  • Physical Education Teacher or Primary Teacher with a recognised swimming teaching or coaching qualification.
  • Accredited rescue qualification (e.g., National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches), or willingness to obtain while in post.

Additional Requirements

  • Strong organisational skills and flexibility to work across schools and pools.
  • Commitment to providing excellent learning experiences for children of varying abilities.
  • Required to join the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or complete an update check. Overseas Criminal Record Check required if spent 3 months or more outside the UK in the last 5 years.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications from women, people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers, and LGBT+ people are encouraged. Disabled and care experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

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