Learn To Swim Instructor

  • 492929
  • Cheltenham, VIC, Australia
  • Sport & Recreation
  • Casual

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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 Highett

Join our team as a Learn to Swim Instructor

Kingston Active's Waves Leisure Centre is located in Highett and offers a range of aquatic programs which includes Learn to Swim Programming for approximately 2500 students per term. Working within a team of passionate aquatic educators, this rewarding role offers a range of shift times with the ability to work across a number of our Aquatic Programs (including school swimming, swim intensive programs and inflatable sessions).

About the role

In this role, you will play a vital part in boosting children's self-esteem and confidence while delivering professional swimming and water safety instruction in a fun, safe, and supportive environment. Our goal is to make swimming lessons the highlight of every child's day!

What you’ll deliver                       

  • Plan and conduct Learn to Swim classes for a range of age groups and abilities.
  • Assess students against the Swim and Survive curriculum criteria.
  • Monitor students’ progress and adapt teaching to support progression.
  • Deliver excellent customer service to swim school students and their parents.
  • Provide regular feedback to students and their parents attending the learn to swim program.

 Your Skills and Experience

  • An engaging personality that connects well with children and has a passion for teaching children swimming and water safety skills.
  • A current Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety certificate.
  • The Teacher of Infant and Pre-school aquatics certificate (or willing to obtain)
  • Current CPR qualification
  • Employee Working with Children’s Check
  • Experience in planning & preparing swim lessons, and basic administration skills
  • Experience in teaching children from various age groups 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

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 the careers portal. Please note that we do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies

For any inquiries about the position, please contact (name), (Position) at (email)

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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