Learn to Swim Instructor

Job No: BC2864

Blacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 435,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.
Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney's most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.

Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

About the opportunity

Our Key Venues section oversees all of our aquatic and leisure centres. We deliver first-class activity and program choice, we promote Blacktown City as the leader in sport, recreation and leisure and we give every visitor and customer a safe and memorable experience. Our values are teamwork, customer focus, innovation, and commitment to safety.

The Aqua Learn to Swim program is held at Key Venues' 5 aquatic venues, Blacktown Aquatic Centre, Blacktown Leisure Centre Stanhope, Charlie Lowles Leisure Centre Emerton, seasonally at Mount Druitt Swimming Centre, and Riverstone Swimming Centre.

Expressions of Interest are being sought for enthusiastic Learn to Swim Instructors to join our Aqua Learn to Swim team on a casual basis. This role will deliver professional and safe learn-to-swim classes to students enrolled in the Aqua Learn to Swim program.

Position purpose:

The role includes:

• delivering the learn to swim program in accordance with framework and standards, be ready to instruct the class prior to starting time (arrive minimum 10 minutes prior to class commencement)
• ensuring classes start and finish on time, be available after the class to consult with students and/or parents/guardians regarding the class or instruction techniques
• managing and report class attendances
• accurately assess the swimming lesson students and complete any necessary administration resulting from this assessment
• providing centre users with relevant and accurate information regarding the Learn to Swim Program and any associated program or service information.

If you have a passion for water safety and love working with children then this is the role for you

Qualifications and experience

Essential:

• Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety - AUSTSWIM, Swim Australia, Royal Life Saving or similar standard
• Current CPR Certificate
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent customer service
• Current Working with Children Check.

Desirable:

• Current First Aid
• Pool Lifeguard Award or similar standard
• Oxygen Equipment Certificate
• Coaching/teaching experience
• Teacher extension courses including infant and preschool, adults, access and inclusion and competitive strokes
• Current class C driver's licence
• Knowledge of applicable legislation/regulations.

Remuneration and benefits

The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council's Enterprise Agreement.

• Entry level for this role starts at $ per hour plus 25% casual loading
• Penalty rates apply for weekend shifts
• Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.

This position has been identified as child-related work, in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Regulation 2013. Therefore, your application must include a Working with Children Check (WWCC) number. For further information, go to

Our commitment to safety

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.

We are a child-safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, well-being and empowerment of children.

Best of luck.

Closing date: Friday 20 September 2024, 11.59 pm

Contact officer: Alannah Taufa on