Expression of Interest - Learn to Swim

City of Greater Geelong; Geelong; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Greater Geelong invites applications for a Learn to Swim casual role within our Learn to Swim program. You will be trained to deliver effective swimming and water safety lessons to students, while providing excellent customer service to families in Geelong.

We require a qualified Learn to Swim teacher, current CPR, a Working with Children check, and willingness to undergo a National Police Check. Casual loading is included, and the role is intended to support our community across

Qualifications

• Swim teacher qualification.
• A current employee Working with Children check.
• Current CPR certificate.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check and a pre-employment medical assessment as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct Learn to Swim classes
• Provide assessment reports of students and monitor progress
• Provide excellent customer service to swim school students and parents
• Provide regular feedback to students and parents on their progress

Skills

Excellent communication skills

CPR certificate

Working with Children check

National Police Check

Education

Swim teacher qualification

Job description

This is an Expression of Interest process, and we will be reviewing applications as they are received. If you do not hear from us straight away, please be assured your application will remain on file and you will continue to be considered as recruitment progresses.

Submit your Expression of Interest to ensure you’re considered for upcoming opportunities, as roles may be filled from this process and may not be re-advertised.

About The Role

We are looking for passionate, community minded people who we can train to become part of our Learn to Swim team. You will be responsible for delivering effective swimming and water safety to students in our Learn to Swim program.

Work type: Casual

Classification: Band 2 $44.35 p/h (including casual loading)

Key responsibilities include:

• Plan and conduct Learn to Swim classes
• Provide assessment reports of students and monitor progress
• Provide excellent customer service to swim school students and parents
• Provide regular feedback to students and parents on their progress

About You

To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified Learn to Swim teacher with a passion for Swimming and teaching.

Essential Experience

• Swim teacher qualification
• A current employee Working with Children check.
• Current CPR certificate.
• Excellent communication skills
• Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check and a pre-employment medical assessment as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

Child Safety Responsibilities

We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.

Diversity and Inclusion

At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.

We are the City

From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

Enquiries: Jacqueline Wurf | 5272 4979 | [e-mail]

We collect demographic data to help us learn who our advertisements are reaching and how we can reach an even more diverse audience. We are committed to building a more diverse team. Your responses to our demographic questions are strictly confidential and will not be individually shared.

To obtain a copy of the position description, please visit https://www.geelongaustralia.com.au/employment/default.aspx