Senior Swim Instructor - Richmond Aquatic Centre

Community Leisure Management; Richmond; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local aquatic centre in Richmond, New Zealand, is seeking a passionate Senior Swim Instructor. This part-time role involves providing leadership to swim instructors and supporting swimmers of all ages. Benefits include free facility use and ongoing training opportunities. Flexibility in working hours is essential, as shifts may vary between mornings and evenings.

Benefits

Free use of the facility

Half-price swimming lessons for family

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Experience as a swimming instructor.
• Current Working With Children (WWC) Check.
• Customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to swim instructors.
• Support swimmers of all ages.
• Take lessons and cover as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Effective Communication

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Job description

Senior Swim Instructor - Richmond Aquatic Centre

We’re searching for a passionate and reliable Senior Instructor to join our swim school. In this key role, you’ll not only inspire swimmers of all ages but also support our dedicated team of instructors and work closely with our leadership team to drive the success of our programs.

This is a hands-on role, which will include time in the water covering classes as needed.

As the Senior Instructor your roles and responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Providing leadership and guidance to our team of swim instructors
• Supporting children and adults of all ages and abilities, both in and out of the water
• Sharing your passion for swimming
• Taking lessons and providing cover when required
• Communicating effectively and staying organised to keep things running smoothly.

What we're offering:

• Part-time position: 12 hours per week
• Additional teaching hours available
• Flexibility is important – shifts may be mornings or evenings.

Benefits include:

• Free use of the facility
• Half-price swimming lessons for your family
• Ongoing training, development, and nationally recognised qualification.

How to apply:

If you’re ready to bring your skills, leadership, and love for swimming to a team that values your contribution, we’d love to hear from you!

Please apply with your current CV with covering letter via this listing or send to Michelle at [email protected]

Your application will include the following questions:

• Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Swimming Instructor?
• Do you have customer service experience?
• Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• Do you own or have regular access to a car?
• Are you available to work outside your usual hours when required? (e.g. weekends, evenings, public holidays)

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.