Learn to Swim Instructor

Federation Council; Corowa; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local community impact

Family-friendly organisation

Regional relaxed lifestyle

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Ongoing training

Job summary

Federation Council in Corowa is seeking friendly Learn to Swim instructors for casual positions. Up to 20 hours per week during NSW school terms, with potential for additional hours during school holidays and program expansion.

You will teach safe, enjoyable lessons to children, adults and NDIS clients, and communicate effectively while supporting lesson planning and program improvements. On-the-job training will help you achieve formal swim teaching qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering learn to swim classes or willingness to learn.
• Input into learn to swim lesson plans or contribute to workplace improvements.
• Accredited AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety or the ability to acquire.
• Accredited AUSTSWIM Teacher of Infants and Preschool or the ability to acquire.
• Current NSW Working with Children Check and National Police Check or the ability to acquire.
• Provide First Aid and CPR qualification or ability to acquire within 3 months of commencement.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with participants of all ages, backgrounds and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, stimulating and fun lessons for all patrons.
• Motivate and educate participants to build confidence and safe water behaviours.
• Support the Learn to Swim program and contribute to planning and improvements.

Skills

Learn-to-swim instruction

Strong communication

Safety awareness

Team player

Education

AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety

AUSTSWIM Teacher of Infants and Preschool

NSW Working with Children Check

National Police Check

Provide First Aid & CPR certification

Job description

Introduction

Learn to Swim Instructor x 2 Casual Positions

Based in Corowa

• Are you a qualified instructor?
• Are you looking for a career change, secondary employment, or phase to retirement option?
• Do you feel you have what it takes to be an instructor?
• All applicants considered
• Training, support, and development will be provided for the right candidate
• Must be available for Saturday work

The opportunity

We are seeking a friendly, enthusiastic and committed swim instructors to assist with the continued success and growth of councils learn to swim program.

Our facility is open 7 days a week with classes being offered on weekdays and weekends. Afterhours and weekend work may be required and the days and hours of work will be negotiated for the right candidate

Up to 20 hours per week during NSW School Terms will be available to the suitable candidate with the potential for further hours as council looks to develop the program further and expand to other facilities in the near future. Additional hours may be available to run school holiday intensive programs.

This position is on a casual basis whilst council continues to assess service levels needed to provide a successful Learn to Swim Program that meets the needs of our community. Swim Instructors will be responsible for providing a safe, stimulating and fun lessons, which build confidence and capability in developing young people, adults and NDIS clients. As instructors, you will need to be a strong communicator to motivate and educate our patrons to build strong, active, and safe behaviours in the water.

If you are a qualified and experienced Swim Instructor, this is a great chance to work in a fun and supportive team while teaching children valuable life skills.

If you are looking for a career change, seeking secondary employment or considering a phase to retirement option and you feel you have what it takes to be an instructor, this is an amazing opportunity for you. On-the-job training and mentoring will be provided as you are supported to achieve your formal swim teaching qualifications.

Criteria

• Experience delivering and instructing learn to swim classes or willingness to learn.
• Ability to provide input into learn to swim lesson plans and classes or ability to contribute to workplace improvements.
• Accredited AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety or the ability to acquire.
• Accredited AUSTSWIM Teacher of Infants and Preschool or the ability to acquire.
• Current and valid NSW working with children check and national police check or the ability to acquire.
• Current and valid Provide First Aid and Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation qualification or ability to acquire within 3 months of commencement in the job.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and engage with participants of all ages, backgrounds and abilities.

Benefits

Some benefits of working at Federation Council include:

• Be part of a team contributing to your local community;
• A family friendly organisation;
• Regional relaxed lifestyle; and
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing support and training

The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Councils policies and conditions of employment. The salary will be within the range of $38.50 to $42.50 per hour (includes casual loading), depending on qualifications, experience, and skills. Junior rates apply to applicants aged 18 years or younger.

Please note that weekend work is at the base rate + penalty rates.

How To Find Out More

To find out more about this opportunity, please contact Jo Laws, Coordinator Pool Operations on 02 6033 4401.

Council is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We aim to recruit a diverse range of talented people to help us achieve our goals.