Job Summary
Lithgow City Council has an exciting opportunity for Casual Learn to Swim Instructors to join their team in Lithgow, NSW.
Responsibilities
* Working independently with small groups of children and/or adults to provide Learn to Swim tuition based on AUSTSWIM Guidelines while ensuring safety of participants.
* Maintain a high level of enthusiastic customer service at all times.
* Organise all swim school equipment needed for lessons and set up/pack up when required.
* Conduct Learn to Swim lessons and programmes that meet the individual needs of participants.
* Liase with other instructors and participants to continually improve service delivery.
* Maintain records related to Learn to Swim classes.
* Plan Learn to Swim classes prior to delivery.
* Work within the level and timing structure of Council's swim school programme.
* Present a positive image of Council to the public.
* Comply with all applicable Council policies and procedures.
* Co‐operate with supervisors/managers to ensure safety, quality and environmental requirements are met.
* Have a passion for working with the community to provide a skill for life.
Qualifications
Required:
* Current Austswim Certificate – Teaching of Swimming and Water Safety or equivalent.
* Current CPR Certificate.
* Current Senior First Aid Certificate.
* Current Working with Children Check (if over 18).
* Demonstrated commitment to the principles of honesty and integrity.
* Commitment to Work Health and Safety.
Desirable:
* Previous experience in 'Learn to Swim' programmes.
* Austswim Certificate – Teacher of Aquatics for People with Disabilities, competitive strokes or equivalent.
* Current Austswim Certificate – Teacher of Infants and Aquatics or equivalent.
* Level 1 Australian Swimming Coaching Qualification.
* Class C Driver's Licence.
* Previous experience in the aquatics industry.
* Good oral and written communication skills.
* High level of customer service delivery skills with energy and enthusiasm and a desire to help people.
* Ability to problem‐solve and work within a team environment to resolve minor problems with participants, other employees and members of the public.
Salary and Benefits
* Casual rate between $19.79 and $41.45 per hour, depending on applicant's age, skills, qualifications and experience.
* Casual, on an as‐needed basis.
* Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
* Flexible working environment.
* Availability to work flexible hours including weekends and public holidays.
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