Team Member | Learn to Swim - Birkenhead Pool and Leisure Centre

Auckland Council Group; North Shore; Remote; NZD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free facility access

Work-life balance hours

Full training and development

Job summary

Auckland Council is seeking a part-time Learn to Swim Team Instructor at Birkenhead Pool and Leisure Centre. You will help deliver swimming lessons, maintain safety, and provide a positive learning experience in a warm, humid pool environment.

Position involves 8 hours per week (Sun 8.15am-12.15pm, Mon 3.15pm-7.15pm) with two weeks of training from Jan 11–22, 2027. Salary is $29.90/hr with KiwiSaver and benefits; extensive training is provided to support your success.

Qualifications

• Strong swimming ability and confidence in the water.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Passion for teaching and engaging with a diverse community.
• Willingness to complete First Aid training (training provided)

Responsibilities

• Teach learn-to-swim skills in a safe, fun environment.
• Provide customer-focused service and clear instruction to participants and guardians.
• Attend training sessions and complete a two-week training programme.
• Support participants to gain confidence in the water.

Skills

Strong swimming ability

Excellent communication

Teaching and engagement

First Aid training (willingness to do)

Job description

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Team Member | Learn to Swim - Birkenhead Pool and Leisure Centre

• Help us get "More Aucklanders more active, more often”
• Enjoy free use of Centre facilities plus a range of other benefits
• Great development pathway and multiple opportunities within Auckland Council

Here at Auckland Council, our leisure centres play a key role in achieving our goal of getting Auckland to be the most active city in the world. And right now, we’re looking for part-time Learn to Swim Team Instructor join our Pool and Leisure Centre teams across Auckland to help achieve that goal!

Based at Birkenhead Pool and Leisure Centre, this is a fantastic job where you can gain a formal qualification teaching people the basic principles of how to swim, maintaining a fun, caring and safe environment for customers and visitors - we'll provide the training you need to succeed in the role.

This is a permanent part-time position, and we would love to hear from those who can work 8-hr per week.

• Sunday 8.15am-12.15pm (4 hours)
• Monday 3.15pm-7.15pm (4 hours)

You will be required to attend a two‑week training programme, Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm.

• January 11 - 22, 2027

This role involves spending extended periods in the water, working in a warm and humid pool environment, and regular exposure to chlorinated water.

We share this information so you can make an informed decision about your application. If you have any medical conditions, allergies, or sensitivities that may be affected, you’re welcome to let us know at any stage so we can have an open discussion and explore how we can best support you through the process.

You’re a confident swimmer and engaging instructor with a genuine love of the water. You bring strong customer service skills and can communicate clearly and confidently with people from all walks of life. Most importantly, you’re passionate about working with our diverse community and making a positive difference through what you do.

If you already hold a recognised swim teaching qualification or have previous experience as a Swimming Instructor, that’s fantastic but it’s not essential. We provide full, comprehensive training to support your success in the role. You’ll also need to be willing to complete First Aid training.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong swimming ability and confidence in the water
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• A passion for teaching and engaging with a diverse community
• Willingness to complete First Aid training (training provided)

As a Learn to Swim Instructor, you’ll have free access to our facilities, hours that provide work-life balance, and above all else, you will be part of a fun and supportive team. You will also have the satisfaction of knowing the work you do is important and impactful, especially the pride and joy you will get from watching someone gain the confidence that comes from learning how to swim.

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

As part of our organisation, please view a range of our: benefits

You can find the position description here : *Official role title is Team Member

Salary rate: $29.90/hr.*Please also note, our employer KiwiSaver contribution is additional to the base salary offered.

Applications close on 16 November 2026

Auckland Council is committed to the protection and wellbeing of children. This role is classified as a Children's Worker role under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014. As such applicants will be required to undergo police vetting prior to commencing employment. This position is also deemed a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment drug testing. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory police check.

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.