Learn to Swim Instructor and Pool Lifeguard

5 days ago

Waterford, Australia Canterbury College Full time

**Learn to Swim Instructor and Pool Lifeguard**

Are you ready to make a splash in your career? Canterbury College is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our dynamic Aquatics Team as a Learn to Swim Instructor and/or Pool Lifeguard on a Casual basis.

Canterbury College is a leading independent ELC-12 coeducational Anglican school in Waterford, servicing the growing southern Brisbane, Logan and northern Gold Coast corridor. We are committed to fostering excellence in academics, sports, performing arts, leadership and service and seek to inspire and nurture confident, optimistic and compassionate young people who are World Ready.

**Your role**:
**Learn to Swim Instructor Responsibilities**: As a Learn to Swim Instructor, you'll be responsible for shaping the future of young swimmers and promoting water safety. Your key responsibilities will include:

- Delivering high-quality, engaging, and fun swimming lessons that meet program expectations.
- Creating a secure and enjoyable learning environment for all students.
- Helping students enhance their water safety knowledge and skills.
- Assisting in the development of new and existing swim programs.
- Conducting student evaluations with precision and accuracy.

**Pool Lifeguard Responsibilities**: As a Pool Lifeguard, you'll be the guardian of safety at our aquatic facilities. You will be responsible for cultivating and maintaining a culture of water safety amongst our students and community. Your main duties will include:

- Keeping a close watch on the pool area, anticipating and swiftly responding to potential risks.
- Being proficient at administering first-aid and resuscitation when needed.
- Ensuring everyone follows the facility rules while promoting safe aquatic practices.
- Taking proactive measures to guarantee the safety and well-being of our patrons and equipment.
- Providing excellent customer service, addressing questions, and completing daily checklists.

Applicants who only have relevant qualifications in one of these areas are strongly encouraged to still apply.

**What we're looking for**:

- Flexibility to work varying shifts, including mornings, evenings, and weekends.
- Excellent customer service skills and a commitment to providing top-notch experiences.
- Motivation and accountability to perform your best every day.
- Passionate about promoting water safety and fostering a positive environment.

**Essential Qualifications**:

- Learn to Swim and/or Lifeguard Certificate
- Working with Children Blue Card
- Current First Aid and CPR Certificates
- Desirable: Teacher of Babies and Toddlers and Teacher of Learners with a Disability certifications

**Why Join Canterbury College**:
At Canterbury, our mantra is "Different Together." We're not all the same and that is our greatest strength. We draw on these different life experiences, stories and values to learn from one another and to make our community stronger.

If you are ready to take your career to the next level and value a supportive and collaborative work environment, where excellence is respected and nourished, we invite you to express your interest in joining our team at Canterbury College.

**How to Apply**:
**Applications close COB Friday, 10 October 2025.**
- Canterbury College supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of students enrolled at the College. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to adhere to the College’s policies and procedures relevant to student care and protection._

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