Course Instructor (First Aid and Lifeguarding)

Location: AAD - Sports Department, University Sports Complex, Iffley Road, Oxford OX4 1EQ and other course venues in Oxford if required

Salary: Grade 4, Grade 4: £28,437 - £32,108 (pro rata)

Are you an experienced Course Instructor looking to make a meaningful impact? Join the Sports Department at the University of Oxford and help people gain the skills to save lives within a globally renowned institution.

Contract: Part Time (18 hours per week), Fixed Term Contract (two years) with potential to become full-time

About Us

Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires", the University of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for ten consecutive years. Here, centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, offering you the opportunity to shape the future while working in an inspiring, diverse and inclusive environment that champions your wellbeing, development and aspirations.

Help people gain the skills to save lives.

Are you a qualified trainer with a passion for teaching and public safety? We’re looking for an enthusiastic Course Instructor to join our growing training team, delivering high-quality First Aid, Lifeguarding and Water Safety training.

Every course you deliver could make a real difference. You’ll equip learners with the practical skills, knowledge and confidence to act when it matters most.

What We Offer

Working at the University of Oxford offers several benefits, including:

• 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays).
• Generous family leave.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Excellent contributory pension scheme.

About the Role

Based primarily at the Iffley Road Sports Complex, you’ll deliver accredited and internal training, including First Aid at Work (FAW), Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW), Outdoor First Aid, National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) and Water Safety Awareness training.

You’ll create engaging, practical learning experiences for people from a variety of backgrounds and experience levels. The role is currently part-time, with genuine potential to become full-time as our training programme grows. There will also be opportunities to expand the courses you deliver through additional qualifications and professional development.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Delivering high-quality accredited first aid, lifeguarding and water safety courses.
• Supporting the growth of our training programme.
• Managing course administration and awarding body requirements.
• Maintaining training equipment and resources.
• Supporting quality assurance activities and external audits.
• Working with colleagues to deliver an excellent learner experience.
• Identifying opportunities to increase participation and course bookings.

About You

You will have:

• Level 3 Trainer Assessor qualification for Lifeguarding.
• Level 3 First Aid Trainer Assessor qualification.
• Valid National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ).
• Valid First Aid at Work qualification.
• Level 3 Award in Education and Training (or equivalent).
• Experience in a leisure, sports or training environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Willingness to travel to other sites when required.

This position is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Sponsorship and Right To Work

This role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa. We are therefore unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Application Process

To apply, please upload:

• A covering letter/supporting statement
• Your CV
• Details of two referees

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 18 September 2026.

Interviews will take place face-to-face on Wednesday 30 September 2026 at the University Sports Complex, Iffley Road.

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