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Aquatics Therapy Assistant

Chailey Heritage Foundation • Full-time • Lewes, East Sussex, England • £21,294 - £22,964 / year • 2w ago

Aquatics Therapy Assistant

Location: Lewes

Salary: £21,294 - £22,764 per annum, depending on experience

Hours: 32.5 hours per week

Working Pattern: Shifts 8am - 8pm, Weekend work is required on a rota basis

The Role

The organisation are 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 Foundation.

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 Foundation, 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

Desirable

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

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

https://www.careers.chf.org.uk/job/aquatics-therapy-assistant-2?source=chf.org.uk