Learn To Swim Instructor

  • 493468
  • Cheltenham Office, VIC, Australia
  • Aquatic & Leisure
  • Casual
  • Closing on: Nov 15 2026

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  • Work with a dynamic team of swim teachers across our aquatic’s programs, including Learn to Swim, School Swimming, and school holiday activities!
  • Training and development opportunities.
  • Multiple casual roles available with flexible work hours; weekday afternoons and weekends are essential.
  • $39.62 per hour (including 25% casual loading) plus superannuation
  • Location:  Waves Leisure Centre / Mordi Aquatic Centre

Join our team as a Swim Teacher

This role provides support across both Waves Leisure Centre and the new Mordi Aquatic Centre, during an exciting period of growth and expansion.

Offering a range of aquatic programs, including Learn to Swim lessons for approximately 2500 students each term. As part of our team of passionate aquatic educators, you'll have the opportunity to work across a variety of programs, including school swimming, intensive swim programs, and inflatable sessions, with a range of shifts available to suit different schedules.

About the role

In this rewarding role, you'll help build confidence, develop lifelong water safety skills, and create positive experiences for learners of all ages and abilities. You'll deliver engaging and professional swimming instruction in a fun, safe, and supportive environment, helping make every lesson a highlight of the day.

Our Learn to Swim program operates across weekday afternoon, evenings and weekends 

To support consistency for our students, families and teaching team, successful applicants are expected to:

  • Commit to a minimum of two consecutive terms of employment when accepting a regular teaching shift.
  • Maintain reliable and consistent availability for their agreed shifts throughout the term.
  • Understand that regular shift availability is an important part of providing continuity of learning.
  • Be available to work across weekday afternoons, evenings and /or weekends, depending on program requirements.

What you’ll deliver                       

  • Plan and deliver Learn to Swim classes for a range of age groups and abilities
  • Assess students against the Swim and Survive curriculum
  • Monitor learner progress and adapt teaching approaches to support ongoing development
  • Provide outstanding customer service to students and their families.
  • Share regular feedback with students and parents/carers to celebrate achievements and support progress
  • Contribute to a safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment for all participants

Your Skills and Experience

  • A positive and engaging approach, with a passion for teaching swimming and water safety skills
  • Ability to build rapport with children, families, and participants from diverse backgrounds
  • Current Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety Certificate (SISSS00132)
  • Current Teacher of Infant and Pre-school Aquatics Certificate (SISCAQU027), or willingness to obtain
  • Current CPR qualification
  • Employee Working with Children's Check
  • Experience planning and delivering effective swimming lessons, with the ability to undertake basic administrational duties in accordance with program requirements and procedures.
  • Experience teaching participants across a range of ages and swimming abilities

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of

We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together

How to Apply

To learn more about this role, please view the full Position Description on our Careers website

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the 'Apply' button.

All applications must be submitted online through our careers portal. Please note that we do not accept applications or enquiries from recruitment agencies.

Enquiries

For any enquiries about the position, please contact Amanda Maher, Aquatics Coordinator at Amanda.Maher@kingston.vic.gov.au or Karen O’Shaughnessy, Assistant Aquatics Coordinator at Karen.OShaughnessy@kingston.vic.gov.au  

To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au

About Kingston 

Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

Benefits of working at Kingston

At Kingston Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us: 

  • Career development opportunities
  • Flexible working arrangements, work-life balance
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Social club events
  • Close to Public transport
  • Free Onsite parking

For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston

Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. 

 

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