Learn To Swim Instructors

Our vision is powered by a deep commitment to enhancing the quality of services we offer to our community. Today, Lismore is flourishing, and it's the perfect time for those who live, work, and play here to embrace and celebrate everything that makes Lismore so special.

We warmly welcome individuals who bring fresh perspectives and unique skills, helping to enrich our collective vision for a vibrant and thriving community.

Are you passionate about swimming and teaching? Do you want to make a difference in the community by helping others learn a vital life skill? Lismore City Council is seeking enthusiastic and qualified Learn to Swim Instructors to join our team at the Goonellabah Sports and Aquatic Centre (GSAC).

Join us in in delivering swimming lessons to groups, schools, and individuals as part of theSwimsations Learn to Swim program at Goonellabah Sports and Aquatic Centre (GSAC). We provide excellent service to our patrons and take pride in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.

As a Learn to Swim Instructor, you will ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants while providing high-quality instruction. You will work closely with the Aquatics Coordinator and Deck Supervisor to maintain a high standard of customer satisfaction and teaching excellence.

We're excited to offer two permanent part-time contract opportunities : one for 9 hours per week and another for 15 hours per week. There is also potential for additional hours as new opportunities arise.

• Salary starting from $28.29 an hour, plus superannuation and additional applicable weekend rates.
• This position comes with the benefit of being able to utilise the wonderful facilities that GSAC has to offer.
• Access to Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs, including Fitness Passport.
• Training and development opportunities.

• Deliver swimming lessons in accordance with the Swimsations Learn to Swim program.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all participants.
• Maintain positive relationships with students and their families.
• Assist with holiday intensive programs and student assessments.

• Have a genuine customer service focus and safety.
• Personal integrity and able to take responsibility.
• Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety qualification (training can be provided).
• Current CPR Certificate (training can be provided).
• NSW Working with Children Check.

We list items to give you an opportunity to showcase your potential and how you can evolve and grow with us.

Please review thePosition Descriptionand utilise your resume and application responses in the application form below to illustrate your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of the position.

Terms of employment : These are permanent part-time roles, one requiring 9 hours per week and another requiring 15 hours per week.

Closing date : Monday 15 September 2025 at 9:00 am.

Contact : If you would like to know more about this opportunity, please contact Elizabeth Watts, Aquatics Program Coordinator on

Conditions of Employment : Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Lismore City Council, Goonellabah Sports and Aquatics Centre and Lismore Memorial Baths Enterprise Agreement 2015 (EA) and relevant Council policies and procedures.

Pre-employment Screening : Prior to employment, there will be a series of pre-employment checks that may include health assessments, validation of right to work in Australia, validation of qualifications and licences, criminal history checks, psychometric assessments and referee checks.

Working with Children Check

In accordance with the requirement for 'Working with Children' anyone starting a new, paid job in child-related work must apply for the Working with Children Check (WWCC). This is a requirement for this position and it is the responsibility of the successful applicant to have undertaken the WWCC and the 'Clearance to Work with Children' provided to Council prior to commencement. For further information on how to apply please refer to theOffice of Children's Guardianwebsite.

Lismore City Council is a proud employer of a diverse workforce, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to creating a diverse, flexible, and accessible workplace that mirrors the community we serve. We are also welcome discussions about how our roles can be undertaken flexibly. Adjustments can be made throughout the application and selection process to support applicants with a disability. If you would like to discuss adjustments, please contact People and Culture team on or email

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