OverviewFirst Swim Sandyford is looking to hire aFull Time Managerfor it's busy swim school at the Beacon South Quarter, starting in January 2026.We are Ireland's only purpose-built baby & toddler swim school teaching children from 10 weeks to 3 years old with our own on-site heated pool and private cafe.The role will be primarily non-pool based so the manager can focus on the day to day operations of the school and engage with our customers.Experience in swim school/ leisure management or childcare management is essential as you will be leading a team of 6 enthusiastic swim teachers. For those with only childcare experience, full swim teacher training can be arranged.For the right candidate we may be able to accommodate an earlier start date.First Swim is fun and friendly place to work and our award winning school has a very loyal growing customer base.We have a fantastic career development package where we offer advanced training right up to tutor level status which is free for our staff.Starting salary is between €35-40Kbased on experience and qualifications.Please submit your CV and cover letter to and we will contact you. All correspondence is confidential.(About First Swim)We are Ireland's first purpose-built baby & toddler swim school based at the Beacon South Quarter in Sandyford with our own onsite heated pool. Our modern and advanced centre has been designed around the needs of parents and babies making it unique in every way teaching swim lessons for babies and toddlers from 10 weeks to 3 years old. We have a private café, viewing area for guests and spacious changing rooms with shower facilities. See for more information.Key ResponsibilitiesManage and lead all staff, overseeing staff rotas for shifts and breaksMeet & greet all customers, promoting and delivering a high standard of customer serviceEnsure all areas of the centre are clean and safe at all timesManage a small coffee dock, serve coffee and manage stock requirementsProvide admin support to the swim teachers and to the company directorOversee bookings, general enquiries and merchandise salesPromote the First Swim brand via social mediaRole RequirementsStrong communication skills, works well with others, positive attitudeHighly professional, well presented and welcoming mannerManager level experience in leisure or customer service roles requiredExperience working with parents, babies & toddlers is an advantageBasic IT skills required for bookings and general administrative workAbility to prioritise tasks and manage time effectivelySwim teaching qualification is essential desirable, but training can be providedSwimming pool plant room experience desirable, but training can be providedFirst Aid and Safeguarding training can be providedGarda vetting requiredMust be eligible to work in IrelandBenefits includeDiscounted parking at BSQBike To Work schemeAdditional industry training programmesCafé & employee discount