Swim Programs Instructor

Overview

Do you like working in a leisure environment and teaching kids aquatic safety? We are seeking a Swim Programs Instructor for a permanent part-time role (15 hours per week, predominantly 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.

Responsibilities

- Engage and inspire participants of all ages through high-quality swim programs.
- Foster strong relationships within the community to encourage a positive swimming experience.
- Prepare lessons, explain program benefits to potential customers, and monitor the safety and well-being of all participants.
- Contribute to the overall success of our swim programs while upholding the Council/'s operational standards.

Qualifications

- Current AUSTSWIM qualification or equivalent in swimming and water safety.
- Valid CPR certificate and Working with Children Check clearance.
- Experience in delivering swim programs and collaborating in a team setting.

Salary and benefits

- The commencing salary for this position is up to $32.06 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 plus 12% superannuation.
- We have a permanent part-time role available.
- Work a rotating roster Monday - Sunday between 7am - 7pm. Penalty rates apply for weekend work.
- This role is located at the Peninsula Leisure Centre.

Location

Peninsula Leisure Centre, Central Coast Council area.

Other important information

Council may create an eligibility list from this recruitment process and may utilise this eligibility list to fill other permanent or temporary vacancies.

At Central Coast Council we 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.

- Long service leave after 5 years of continuous service
- Time provided for you to do annual skin cancer screening, Breast screen and blood donations
- Access to professional development with career development and learning programs through various platforms
- We reward and recognise our staff with our Cheers program
- Novated 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 is Jane Toner, Team Leader Customer Service and Swim Programs. You can contact Jane on 0418 405 165.

This position will close for applications at midnight on Sunday, 28 September 2025.

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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.

How to apply

Do you have questions about applying? Instructions for applying are provided in the full listing.

Applicants who are selected for interview will be contacted by phone or e-mail. For assistance to lodge your application please contact our Talent Acquisition team by emailing recruit@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au.

You will have the ability to save your application as you go using the /"Save Application/" button. If you don/'t have access to a computer, you can lodge your application at one of Council/'s Library locations with a free 1-hour computer time slot.

We will not accept unsolicited resumes or applications being presented by recruitment agencies.

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