Aquatics Therapy Assistant

Location: Lewes

Salary: £21,294 - £22,764 per annum DOE

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full time

Hours: 32.5 hours per week. Shifts: 8am - 8pm, Weekend work is required on a rota basis

The Role

They’re looking for a confident swimmer with a calm, caring approach to join them as an Aquatics Therapy Assistant. You’ll be part of a supportive, person-centred team delivering aquatic therapy sessions that build strength, improve movement, and bring joy to the children and young people at the organisation.

This is an active, collaborative role – ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with others and using movement and interaction to support individual goals.

At the organisation, you’ll be part of a vibrant, inclusive team supporting children and young adults with complex disabilities to thrive.

This is more than a poolside role—it’s a chance to be part of something meaningful, every day, surrounded by colleagues who value teamwork, trust and getting it right.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitating aquatic therapy planned by their on-site NHS physiotherapists
• Supporting children and young adults with complex physical needs in the water
• Creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all
• Monitoring progress and recording outcomes in line with their Aquatics Curriculum
• Collaborating with care, education, and physio teams
• Help deliver land-based movement sessions when not poolside
• Supporting pool operations and maintaining high health and safety standards

Skills and Qualifications

• A confident swimmer with the ability to meet National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) standards
• NPLQ certified, or willing to train (they’ll cover the cost)
• Experience supporting people with disabilities or complex needs
• GCSEs (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent in English and Maths
• Calm, proactive and team-focused
• A passion for aquatics and helping others achieve their potential

Bonus if you also have:

• ASA/STA Level 1 or 2 in Teaching Aquatics
• Experience in a leisure, swimming or therapy setting
• Understanding of hydrotherapy or adapted physical activity

Benefits

• Enhanced Workplace Pension
• Retail and leisure discounts
• Healthcare Cashplan
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health & Wellbeing Resources
• Death in Service benefit
• Free tea/coffee/kitchen facilities
• Onsite Café and free parking
• Free flu jabs
• Free DBS checks

To Apply

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