Swimming Instructor

We’re a family-run hotel and leisure centre with a warm, friendly atmosphere and a passion for making every guest’s stay unforgettable. Now, we’re looking for an enthusiastic Swim Teacher & Leisure Centre Team Member to join our fun, supportive crew.

If you love working with people, making a difference, and spending your day in a lively, active environment, this could be your perfect fit.

About The Role

What You’ll Be Doing

• Teaching safe, engaging swimming lessons for all ages and abilities
• Assisting with the daily running of our leisure facilities (pool, gym)
• Welcoming guests and members, helping them feel at home
• Maintaining high safety and cleanliness standards around the leisure centre
• Supporting leisure events, activities, and community programmes

✨ What’s In It For You

• Competitive hourly rate + benefits
• Bonus rates for swim teaching
• Flexible shifts
• Free use of our leisure facilities (pool, gym)
• Discounts on hotel stays, dining, and treatments
• Paid training and career progression opportunities
• Be part of a friendly, close-knit team where you’re valued and supported
• Work in a beautiful hotel setting with a great atmosphere

Required Criteria

• Swim teaching qualification (or willingness to train – we’ll help!)
• Great people skills and a friendly, welcoming personality
• Team player who’s happy to get stuck in wherever needed
• Commitment to safety and customer care
• Flexibility to work a mix of shifts, including weekends

Skills Needed

Swimming

About The Company

The Gallen Hospitality group is comprised of three 4-star, family-run hotels located in Ballybofey and Gweedore, Co Donegal.Owned by the Gallen family, the Villa Rose Hotel was established in the year 2000 and is comprised of 57 bedrooms, state of the art spa facility and has been consistently named Ireland’s top hotels in the Tripadvisor Traveller’s choice awards.In 2016, the Gallen family added Jackson’s Hotel to their offering. With 135 bedrooms, a leisure centre and extensive conference & banqueting facilities the hotel is one of the largest in the region.In 2021, the family acquired An Chúirt Hotel in Gweedores 66 bedrooms & a health club. An Chúirt is nestled in the beautiful Donegal countryside with the iconic Errigal Mountain as it's backdrop.

Company Culture

At Gallen Hospitality our culture centers around our people and we focus on their well-being, safety and equality. With over 300 employees, we are a principal hospitality employer in the County. When we take care of our staff, our staff take care of our guests. WELL-BEING We believe the role we can play in our employees well-being is one of the most important responsibilities we have as employers. EQUALITY We operate an Equal Opportunities Policy. We are proud of how often employees are promoted within the Group.

Company Benefits

We pride ourselves on creating a positive working environment for all our employees, with employee wellbeing, autonomy and supportive management at the core of everything we do.

Vacation, Paid time off, Flexible schedule, Employee development programs, Tuition reimbursement, Employee discounts, Free parking, Cycle to work, Competitive salary, Preferential room rates, Discount on meals purchased , Discount on spa treatments or products, Free meals during shifts, Free parking or Discounted parking , Employee of the Month, Annual performance review, On the job learning, Progression opportunities

Salary

€13.50 - €17.50 per hour