Swim School - Instructor - Expression of Interest

Selwyn District Council; Rolleston; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Living wage

Free parking

Free fruit

Job summary

Selwyn District Council in Rolleston, New Zealand, is seeking motivated Swim School Instructors to deliver structured swimming lessons to preschool and school-aged children at the Selwyn Aquatic Centre.

You will plan lessons, support learners with positive communication, assess progress, and promote water safety within a friendly team. Training is provided, and shifts include after-school, weekend, and session blocks.

Qualifications

• Experience in swim instruction is advantageous but not required.
• Current first aid certificate is advantageous but not required.
• Comprehensive in-house training is provided for successful applicants.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, structured swimming lessons
• Teach and support learners using positive reinforcement and effective communication
• Assess participant progress and provide ongoing feedback
• Promote water safety and confidence in and around water
• Contribute to a supportive and professional team environment

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Reliability

Customer service

Education

First aid certificate

Job description

See more about the role below, including the responsibilities and skills we are looking for.

Swim School - Instructor - Expression of Interest

Start a rewarding career in swim education.

Rolleston, New Zealand

Reference: 6945215

Selwyn Swim School is seeking motivated, reliable individuals to join our team of Swim School Instructors. We are looking for people who demonstrate initiative, strong communication skills, professionalism and a genuine commitment to helping others succeed.

Based at the Selwyn Aquatic Centre, you will deliver structured swimming lessons to preschool and school-aged children, helping participants progress through our swim school programme in a safe, positive, and encouraging environment.

As a Swim Instructor, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging, structured swimming lessons
• Teach and support learners using positive reinforcement and effective communication
• Assess participant progress and provide ongoing feedback
• Promote water safety and confidence in and around water
• Contribute to a supportive and professional team environment

Previous swim teaching experience, qualifications and a current first aid certificate are advantageous but not essential. Comprehensive in-house training is provided for successful applicants.

We have multiple shifts available; you can apply for one or several

Monday - Friday 3.15pm - 6.15pm

Saturday and Sunday 8.15am-1:00pm (includes a 30 - minute unpaid break)

Career Information Sessions

Interested in learning more about the role before you apply?

Where: Selwyn Aquatic Centre

When: Monday 23 November, Thursday 26 November and Wednesday 2 December all at 6.00pm

Recruitment Process

Applicants must attend one of the following assessment sessions:

• Saturday 12 December, 9.30am

Interviews will be the week of 14 - 20 December.

To be successful in this role you will be committed to complete all training 25 - 29 January 2027 (four hour per day).

Regular shifts will begin the week beginning 1 February 2027.

About You

We are looking for people who:

• Are committed to completing all required training
• Enjoy working with children
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Are dependable, professional, and willing to learn
• Work well as part of a team
• Have a commitment to water safety and customer service
• Are comfortable working in a pool environment

We offer a range of benefits working at Selwyn District Council including a living wage!

• Free parking
• Free fruit
• Living wage employer

We live by our values:

• Be a good human
• Be brave - think differently
• Better together
• Make it happen for Selwyn

Selwyn District Council honours Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We are committed to working with our Treaty partner to deliver on our obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Safety matters to us, so Police vetting and drug/alcohol screening apply.

Applications will be reviewed as they received, and the position may close prior to the advertised closing date.

Selwyn is the best place to live, work and play.

This Is Selwyn

Our values are important to all of us and represent the way we work. They underpin our friendly and innovative culture.

Contact

Want to talk to us about joining the team? Get in touch.