Aquatic Services Officer – Swim Instructor

Aquatic Services Officer – Swim Instructor

• Salary: $30.45 per hour + Superannuation
• Permanent Part Time
• An opportunity to make a difference in an organisation that is progressive and people focused

We are building a safe and inclusive culture where our people are empowered to deliver their best work. Embracing innovation and change, we continually deliver richer and higher quality services to a vibrant, diverse and iconic municipality. We are passionate and energetic, working as one team to build a healthy, prosperous and sustainable community. Progress is important to us, and we and make it a priority to invest in our people’s wellbeing, growth and development.

PLEASE NOTE: We’re looking for new staff ASAP and so will be interviewing and filling positions throughout the live advertisement period. This may mean the advert will close early.

In this role you will be responsible for delivering high quality, safe and effective Learn to Swim and Water Safety Programs to children and adults. You will enjoy working with people of all ages and be passionate about achieving positive outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity to enjoy to work in a busy, supportive and friendly team environment and further develop your skills and experience.

To be successful in this role, you will have the following (please include copies of your qualifications in your application):
• AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety (TSW)
• (Highly Desirable) AUSTSWIM Teacher of Infant and Preschool Aquatics (INF)
• A current CPR certificate
• A current and valid Working with Children Check (employee)
• Knowledge of (and preferably experience) in Learn to Swim programs, stroke techniques and water safety
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Availability to work weekends, weekday mornings and/or evening shifts.

Previous experience as a Swim Instructor is ideal however, candidates who have relevant qualifications and are looking to commence their career as a Swim Instructor are encouraged to apply. AUSTSWIM extension qualifications such as Teacher of Adults and/or Teacher of Aquatics for People with disabilities would be an advantage.

City of Stonnington is a child safe and equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We actively encourage applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at the City of Stonnington. If you have any support or access requirements, or would like to speak to someone about employment or an alternative processes, please contact Council’s Talent Acquisition Team on 8290 1333.

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