Training Officer

IpswichFit Training has an exciting opportunity to deliver lifesaving education and skills to the wider workforce and members of the public. Whether it’s the next generation of Lifeguards, upskilling first aiders.

The post holder will design and deliver high-quality training on swimming pool safety, lifeguarding and first aid; liaise with the Training Development Manager; work with relevant professional bodies; assist with administration, records and resources; uphold equality, health and safety policies; and maintain their own professional qualifications, knowledge and skills through ongoing training and updates.

The ideal candidate will be a confident, outgoing individual with experience of delivery or public speaking. They will hold one or more of the following qualifications: RLSS NPLQ Trainer, First Aid Trainer, Level 3 in Education or Nuco First Aid Trainer. Be willing to undertake further training and qualifications.

Candidates will need to be over the age of 19 years of age due to qualification pre-requisitions.

The post holder will be required to work a shift pattern, including evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays.

DBS clearance is required for this role.

As well as a good salary, we offer a career grade average pension scheme, generous holiday and sick pay entitlements, subsidised parking for work and leisure, public transport discounts, free swimming and gym membership, cycle purchase scheme, plenty of personal and professional development opportunities, flexible working, hybrid working opportunities, Employee Assistance Programme and the opportunity to work with great colleagues.

For more information about this role please contact Helen Burgess via email Helen.Burgess@ipswich.gov.uk If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application or recruitment process, please let us know so that the appropriate arrangements can be put in place.

Please download the Job Description and Person Specification to find out more about this role: Job Description and Person Specification

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview candidates who meet the essential criteria prior to the closing date and / or to close the opportunity to applicants once we receive sufficient applications

Please note CVs are not accepted.

Location

Various Sport Centres

Salary

£14.59 – £15.31 per hour

Application closing date

31st August 2026 

Job type

Annualised 5 Hours

Requisition reference

REQ01193

Office

Ipswich Borough Council

Grafton House
15-17 Russell Road
Ipswich,
IP1 2DE

Contact Us

  • 01473 432000