Become a Water Babies Teacher
Make a difference today and become one of our world-class teachers
If you’re looking for a career with a purpose, you’re in the right place.
Water Babies teachers are among the best trained swimming teachers in the world and we’re proud of giving every parent, carer and baby the best experience possible in and out of the water. If you’re ready to learn more, all you need is passion – we’ll provide the rest.
What we’re looking for
From creative thinkers to energised problem solvers, our teachers need to teach happiness and confidence in and around the water and always put children at the heart of what they do.
Quite frankly, our teachers make each day brighter because life is too short for dull. So smiles and laughter are necessary, but previous experience isn’t.
Our in-depth training will ensure you have everything you need to thrive.
Discover our baby and toddler swimming teacher vacancies across the country.
Our teachers are experts with over 1,000 hours of pool experience and specialised training in teaching pre-school children.
I smile from ear to ear!
“When I’m in the water, I smile from ear to ear continuously while teaching. It’s so rewarding being the first teacher to those teeny, tiny babies and seeing them become toddlers who can swim independently at just four years old. Teaching these super little humans is invaluable. But knowing that the skill they have learnt could save lives is the ultimate reward, and I’m so proud to be teaching something so extraordinary.”
– Amie Sellick, Water Babies Teacher and Franchisee
Benefits
Why Join Water Babies?
At Water Babies, we believe in creating a supportive and rewarding environment for our teachers.
Flexible locations and scheduling based on your individual circumstances
Work life balance is vital. So we try to offer a flexible way of working when it comes to shifts in the pool.
Competitive pay and part-time hours
Our teacher’s hourly rate starts at £17.50 per hour once you’ve completed your training.
Earn the highest industry qualifications
Our teachers are trained to the highest possible standard through our National Governing Body, Swim England. Only Water Babies teachers are able to achieve the Level 3 Teaching Pre-School Swimming (Advanced).
Strong culture of company support with ongoing training opportunities
We’re here to support you every step of the way along your Water Babies journey.
Become an expert
Shadow the pros, join our residential course and become the best teacher you can be.
Pension scheme
Securing your future is important to us which is why we’ll provide a pension scheme (subject to requirements) when you join us as a teacher.
Family friendly policies
Family is at the root of our company’s values and our policies reflect that.
Holiday and leave
We offer a generous amount of holiday and leave allowances – work hard, play hard.
Our values
- We care.
- Customer first.
- Life’s too short for dull.
- We win, together.
- Get stuff done.
- Be the best, then better it.
Ready to join the Water Babies family?
100% Worth it
“For 2 years I happily worked as a nurse during the week and taught Water Babies classes at weekends. The moment I see a child swim independently on the surface of the water is the most rewarding part of the job. No matter how many children I see do this, it never gets old and the feeling of pride is immense.”
– Becca Succamore, Water Babies Teacher and Franchisee
Some facts about us
We teach over 40,000 babies and toddlers every week.
We built our first purpose-built pool in the UK called Splash Cove.
We have our own purpose-built swim centres in China.
We have our own charity called Children’s Alliance working towards better starts and brighter futures for all children.
Placed #2 in Elite Franchises Top 100 Franchise Businesses in the UK for 2024.
We have offices in 5 countries including The US, Canada, Ireland, The Netherlands and the UK.
We purchased Waterbabies USA in 2024.
We created the first Aquatic diploma for prefundamental swim teaching.
Our Head Office has been awarded platinum for Investors in People 2022.
We won Brand Awareness and Franchisor Trailblazer BFA Awards 2023.
We have over 600 swim teachers who are among the best at what they do!
We wrote the first (and only) British Standards for pre-school swimming.
Beau is our first ever water baby to become a Water Babies teacher.
Say hello to Beau!
Starting lessons in Yorkshire 18 years ago, Beau is now a qualified teacher and has her own little water babies to teach!
“What I love about being a Water Babies teacher is the connections I get to build – the chats and relationships I get to build with people. Ever since I can remember I always had a love of water and I think that’s definitely down to swimming with Water Babies.”
FAQs
Find quick and clear answers to all your questions about Water Babies. Whether you’re applying for a vacancy or wondering what happens after your application, we’ve got you covered!
Click on the ‘Apply Here’ button on this page then fill out the form provided with a few details about yourself and then submit the form to us. We’ll then receive your details on our end and get back to you with more information within seven to ten days!
If your online application is successful, we’ll aim to conduct your interview and begin your training within two to four weeks.
Absolutely. We make sure that all of the personally identifyable information that you provide is used and stored securely.
The online form takes about 20 minutes to complete, so grab a cuppa before you get going.
You have to be eighteen years old to apply to become a Water Babies teacher.
For support on how to best apply for a role at Water Babies please contact [email protected].
Join the Water Babies Family
Visit our Careers Page to take the next step in your journey with Water Babies!
