Central Coast NSW, New South Wales
Description
Do you like working in a leisure environment and teaching kids aquatic safety? We are currently seeking a new Swim Programs Instructor and if you have these skills this might be your chance to rewrite the future with us.
Engage and inspire participants of all ages through high-quality swim programsFoster strong relationships within the community to encourage a positive swimming experiencePermanent part time role working 10 hours per week predominately afternoons
About The Role
The Swim Programs Instructor is a key player in delivering swim programs that cater to diverse groups within the community. This role involves not only teaching swimming skills but also ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment for all participants. You will work closely with the Crew Leader to implement lesson plans and track progress while maintaining high standards of customer service.
Your responsibilities will include preparing lessons, explaining program benefits to potential customers, and continuously monitoring the safety and well-being of all participants. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the overall success of our swim programs while upholding the Council's operational standards.
We are seeking a dedicated professional with a passion for teaching swimming and a commitment to community engagement. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills and a customer-centric approach.
To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have
a current AUSTSWIM qualification or equivalent in swimming and water safetya valid CPR certificate and Working with Children Check clearanceexperience in delivering swim programs and collaborating in a team settinga strong customer service ethos and a demonstrated customer-centric approach to service provision.
Ourposition descriptionprovides more information for you to learn more about this role.
Other Important Information
The commencing salary for this position is from $30.90 per hour.Central Coast Council also provides progression opportunities for employees to progress up to the maximum salary of $37.15 per hour on completion of assessment of skills and performance plus12% superannuationWe have a permanent part time role availableWork a rotating roster Monday - Sunday between 7am - 7pm. Penalty rates apply for weekend workThis role is located at the Toukley Aquatic Centre.
Council may create an eligibility list from this recruitment process and may utilise this eligibility list to fill other permanent or temporary vacancies.
Extra Benefits
At Central Coast Councilwe provide team members with a range of extras that help them balance their life when they need it. Fitness Passports give access to a range of gyms. Wellbeing leave can be accessed twice a year to tick off something that means something to you - volunteering, health check-ups. And an Employee Assistance Program that offers a range of wellbeing initiatives to help you and your immediate family.
Other Extras Include
Long service leave after 5 years of continuous serviceFree flu vaccination programTime provided for you to do annual skin cancer screening, Breast screen and blood donationsAccess to professional development with career development and learning programs through various platformsWe reward and recognise our staff with our Cheers programNovated leasing partnerships.
Central Coast Council is committed to the goals of equal opportunity employment. We aim to provide a work environment for our employees that fosters equity, diversity and respect.
Council is committed to providing safe environments that protect the physical, emotional, cultural and social wellbeing of children on the Central Coast.
Want to know more?
The contact person for this role isJane Toner, Team Leader Customer Service and Swim Programs.You can contactJaneon0418 405 165.
This position will close for applications atmidnight on Sunday, 29 March 2026.
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Location
Central Coast Council is ideally located on the northern fringe of Sydney and just an hour's drive from Newcastle, the Central Coast offers one of the best places in Australia to live and work. The Central Coast is one of the fastest growing regions in NSW, the third largest Local Government Area (LGA) in NSW and the 6th Largest LGA in Australia.
How To Apply
We have put together some additional resources to help youapply for a roleat Central Coast Council.By completing and submitting this online application you confirm that any information that you provide in this application is true and correct and acknowledge that any offer of employment may be withdrawn should the information that you have provided in support of your application be shown to be false.You also consent to employment screening checks being conducted where appropriate. This may include associated checks including reference checks, Pre-Employment Medical checks including drugs and alcohol testing, Working with Children Check, Entitlement to Work in Australia, employment history and an Australian Federal Police Check, as well as substantiation of educational qualifications, industry memberships, previous Central Coast Council employment history and association with professional bodies.You also acknowledge that you will be required to provide proof of eligibility (including photo identification) to work in Australia if selected for an interview.
To Lodge Your Application, Please Follow These Steps
Answer the on-line questions shown below.Attach your resumeAttach your qualifications and licences.
Once your application is successfully lodged you will receive an automated response sent to your e-mail address. If a response is not received this means that your application has not been successfully submitted and you will need to lodge another application.
If you require assistance to lodge your application please contact our Talent Acquisition team by discuss what reasonable adjustments you may need.If you are deaf, hearing or speech impaired, you can contact us through the National Relay Service TTY call 133 677 or Speak & Listen 1300 555 727.
Applicants who are selected for interview will be contacted by phone or e-mail.For further instructions please clickhere.
You will have the ability to save your application as you go using the 'Save Application' button. You can start an application and return to it later via the automatic follow-up email once you have the time and required information at hand to finalise your application.
If you don't have access to a computer or electronic device, you can lodge your application at any of Council's Library locations. Pre-book a free 1-hour computer timeslot by contacting your nearest libraryhttps://www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/libraries/our-branchesor ask at the enquiry counter.
We will not accept unsolicited resumes or applications being presented by recruitment agencies.
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