Kensington Learning Space (KLS) | K Aqua Space
Bangkok, Thailand | Full-time | 40 hours per week
About Kensington Learning Space
Kensington Learning Space (KLS) is an innovative, purpose-built learning environment situated in a peaceful, green community in west Bangkok, approximately 10 minutes from the BTS Skytrain.
As part of the Kensington community, alongside our award-winning Kensington International Kindergarten, KLS offers enriching, creative and engaging learning experiences for children aged 4 months to 12 years.
Our philosophy places children at the heart of everything we do. We believe that children learn best through positive relationships, exploration, play and meaningful experiences. We value each child's individuality and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment where children feel confident to learn and grow.
Find out more: https://klearningspace.com/
Our purpose-built aquatic facilities include a semi-indoor swimming pool heated to approximately 32°C, with salt chlorination and UV sanitisation systems designed to provide a comfortable swimming environment.
Our approach goes beyond teaching swimming techniques. We aim to nurture water confidence, independence, physical development and a lifelong enjoyment of swimming.
We recognise that every child develops at their own pace. Our coaches use encouragement, positive relationships and developmentally appropriate teaching to help children feel safe, secure and successful in the water.
The successful candidate will have a genuine commitment to children's learning, wellbeing and safety, alongside strong swimming instruction skills.
We are particularly interested in educators who understand the importance of building trusting relationships with young children and their families, and who can adapt their teaching to meet individual developmental needs.
This role reports to the Aquatics Manager and involves teaching babies, toddlers and school-aged children in both parent-accompanied and independent swimming lessons.
Teaching and learning
Plan and deliver safe, engaging and developmentally appropriate swimming lessons.
Support children's water confidence, swimming skills and progression.
Adapt teaching approaches to meet different ages, abilities and individual learning needs.
Use positive encouragement, play-based experiences and clear communication to support learning.
Observe and assess children's progress, providing meaningful feedback to parents.
Create an inclusive environment where every child feels respected, supported and valued.
Safeguarding and safety
Prioritise children's safety, welfare and wellbeing at all times.
Follow KLS safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, and aquatic operating procedures.
Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and respect children's dignity, privacy and personal space.
Recognise, respond to and report safeguarding concerns promptly in accordance with school procedures.
Maintain active supervision and respond appropriately to risks and emergencies.
Follow safe practices relating to physical assistance, changing facilities and interactions with children.
Professional responsibilities
Build positive, respectful relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
Communicate effectively with families about children's learning and progress.
Work collaboratively with the wider KLS team.
Participate in professional development, safeguarding training and team meetings.
Maintain professional standards of conduct, reliability and punctuality.
Contribute positively to the welcoming and supportive Kensington community.
Essential
A recognised swimming teaching qualification, such as Swim England, STA, AUSTSWIM, ASCTA or an accepted equivalent.
A minimum of 12 months' experience teaching swimming to children.
Current first aid and CPR certification, or the ability to complete required certification before commencing duties.
Strong spoken English communication skills appropriate for teaching and communicating with families.
A sound understanding of swimming pool safety, supervision and emergency procedures.
Experience adapting teaching to children's different abilities and developmental needs.
A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and professional conduct.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of teaching in a swimming pool environment, with reasonable adjustments where appropriate.
Desirable
Experience teaching babies, toddlers and preschool-aged children.
A recognised infant and preschool aquatics qualification.
Experience working within an international school or early years setting.
Experience supporting children with additional learning or physical needs.
Lifeguarding or rescue qualifications.
Additional language skills, including Thai.
A commitment to continued professional learning and development.
International applicants must meet the applicable requirements for employment, immigration and work authorisation in Thailand.
This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week, working five days per week.
The usual working pattern is three weekdays plus Saturday and Sunday, with two days off during the week.
Applicants should be comfortable working in the swimming pool for extended teaching periods and supporting a busy, family-focused aquatic programme.
Further details of our term structure and working calendar will be discussed during the recruitment process.
We offer a competitive employment package, including:
Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
30 days' paid holiday (six weeks based on a five-day working week).
Medical insurance.
Complimentary lunch on working days.
Employer-supported visa and work permit arrangements for eligible international applicants.
Ongoing professional development and training.
The opportunity to work in a welcoming, collaborative and child-centred learning environment.
Kensington Learning Space is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. We expect every member of staff, volunteer and applicant to share this commitment.
We believe that safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and that children have the right to feel safe, respected and protected.
Our safer recruitment process is designed to assess candidates' suitability to work with children and includes:
A review of full employment history, including explanations for any gaps.
Verification of identity, qualifications and relevant professional experience.
Professional references, including appropriate current or most recent employer references.
Relevant criminal background and overseas police clearance checks, including checks relating to countries of residence within our six-year screening period, where applicable and obtainable.
Safeguarding-focused interview questions and assessment of professional suitability.
Verification of eligibility to work in Thailand.
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