Swim Teacher

Do you love the water and have a passion for teaching others? Join our Swim, Sport & Leisure team as a Swim Teacher and help people of all ages develop life-saving swimming skills.

This is more than just a job – it's a chance to make a difference in your community while working in a fun, active, and supportive environment.

About the role:

• Deliver engaging, safe, and fun swim lessons to a variety of age groups and abilities.
• Create a positive learning environment to help swimmers achieve their goals.
• Promote water safety and build lifelong swimming skills within the community.

Why you'll love it:

• Make a positive impact by helping children and adults gain confidence in the water.
• Work with a passionate, supportive team in a fun and energetic environment.
• Flexible hours to fit around your lifestyle, with opportunities for weekend and after-school shifts.

Great news Successful candidates aged 18–25 may be eligible for State Government Youth Accreditation funding to cover the cost of their Swim Teacher qualification – making it even easier to dive into this rewarding career

Work type: Casual opportunities

Classification: Band 2 Commencing at $43.05 per hour

Locations:

Opportunities available across Bellarine Aquatic & Sports Centre, Norlane ARC, Leisurelink, Splashdown, Kardinia Aquatic Centre, Lara Aquatic Centre and North Bellarine Aquatic Centre.

About you

• You're enthusiastic, reliable, and love working with kids and families.
• You're a confident swimmer with great communication and interpersonal skills.
• You either hold a current Swim Teacher qualification or are excited to gain one – and we'll help you get there
• Current CPR and Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check and a pre-employment medical assessment as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

If you're ready to jump in and teach others one of life's most important skills, apply now.

If you're passionate about swimming, water safety, and helping your community build confidence in the water, we'd love you on our team

Interviews will be held in early October, with roles commencing late October.

Child Safety Responsibilities 

We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.

Diversity and Inclusion 

At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.

We are the CityFrom parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you're ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position.

Applications close: 11:55 pm, 28th of September 2025.

Position Description Leisure Services

Position Description Leisure Services

Enquiries: Jacqui Wurf | Aquatics Program Specialist |

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