Learn To Swim Instructor

Council Jobs; Sydney; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 53,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Health and wellbeing programs

Free access to Aquatic Centres

Fitness Passport Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Cumberland City Council is seeking a Casual Learn to Swim Instructor to deliver high quality classes at our Aquatic and Leisure Centres. The role requires a current Swim Instructor qualification, CPR, and WWCC, with strong communication and customer service skills.

You will work across multiple council Swim Centres, with weekend penalties and casual loading included. The position is located in the Cumberland LGA, with travel between centres and a requirement to meet pre-employment checks.

Qualifications

• Current Swim Instructor qualification.
• HLTAID009 CPR certification.
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Ability to work effectively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality Learn to Swim classes.
• Provide excellent customer service and support to participants.
• Adhere to council policies and safety procedures.
• Assist with addressing customer enquiries and complaints as required.

Skills

Swim Instructor qualification

CPR (HLTAID009)

WWCC

Teamwork

Swim instruction experience

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Time management

Enquiries & complaints handling

Job description

Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of over 250,000 residents, Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.

Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its community’s vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome, belong and succeed.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Council’s Aquatic and Leisure department sits within the Assets, Capital and Facilities business unit that forms part of the City Services directorate that focuses on and is responsible for the beautification of the Cumberland LGA. Cumberland City Council owns and operates five (5) Aquatic and Leisure Centres across the LGA which provide aquatic, leisure and wellness programs and services to our community.

In contributing to the overarching vision, the Learn to Swim Instructor delivers high quality classes to the community of Cumberland City Council in line with Council’s policies and procedures and AUSTSWIM industry standards.

The successful applicant will require:

• Current Swim Instructor qualification
• Current HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment
• Demonstrated experience in the effective instruction of swimming classes
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong time management and organisational ability
• Experience dealing with customer enquiries and complaints

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About this role:

• Casual positions
• Located at Council's Swim Centres, with occasional travel required across Council worksites, and may be required to work across any of Council’s work locations

Salary information: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.

• Grade 3 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $31.59 to $38.70 per hour (plus casual loading), plus 12% superannuation
• Weekend penalty rates apply in accordance with the Local Government Award
• The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role

What you'll need to have for this role:

• The right to live and work in Australia
• Be able to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position, including attending a physical pre-employment medical examination as required
• Participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Council’s Health Monitoring Procedure, as required.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

• Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
• Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks and to donate blood
• Free access to Councilowned and managed Aquatic Centres
• Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

ABOUT US

Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people, and fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation, and associated provisions. Council will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment, which endeavours to promote child protection practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application, if required, and it is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child-related employment.

Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, reflective of the community it represents. Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments. If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager during the recruitment process.

ENQUIRIES

Contact Darren Howard, Coordinator - Aquatic Programs on 8757 9779 or ***************@cumberland.nsw.gov.au for further information.

Closing date: 11:59pm, Thursday, 31 December 2026