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Learn to Swim Instructor

Sutherland Shire Council

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  • Sutherland Shire New South Wales Australia
  • Part Time
  • From $58,545 (full time equivalent) gross p.a
28 Jan 2026
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Description

Join Our Award-Winning Team as a Learn to Swim Instructor!

Are you passionate about water safety and love working with children? Sutherland Shire Council Leisure Centres are seeking enthusiastic learn to swim instructors to join our team.

  • Working hours to suit school times, as well as morning, afternoon and weekend shifts
  • Develop your career whilst also balancing other commitments
  • Combine your passion for the water and working with children
  • Make a positive impact on the community whilst growing and developing your swim teaching skills
  • Work in a supportive and dynamic environment

Why Choose Us?

We’re proud to be recognised for our excellence, community impact, and team culture:

  • 2025 Highly Commended – Employer of Choice (ASSA)
  • 2025 Finalist – Community Service (First in NSW) (ASSA)
  • 2025 Highly Commended – Swim School Manager of the Year (ASSA)
  • 2025 Finalist – Swim School of the Year (Swim Australia)
  • 2025 Finalist – Outstanding Community Service (Swim Australia)

These accolades reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional aquatic programs and nurturing a supportive, high-performing team.

About The Role

As a Learn to Swim Instructor, you’ll:

  • Deliver engaging, high-quality swimming lessons across all levels
  • Promote water safety and build student confidence in the water
  • Provide positive reinforcement to students and parents
  • Delivering exceptional customer service
  • Ensure safety and wellbeing in every class
  • Uphold Austswim, Swim Australia, and Royal Life standards

Candidates available to work shifts from 9am to 12pm Monday to Friday and 8am to 12pm Saturday 6 hours per week is desirable.

About You

Our ideal candidate will be passionate about swim teaching (just like us!):

  • A current Working with Children Check
  • Austswim Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety or Swim Australia Teacher or RLS Swim Teacher Licence 
  • A current CPR Certificate 
  • A genuine passion for teaching and water safety
  • Strong communication and customer service skills

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you are ready to take on a rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now.

  • Package: Salaries from $58,545 (full time equivalent) gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation (salary paid pro-rata to part time hours worked).  
  • Hours of work: Permanent Part-time opportunities available, from 6 hours per week, with opportunity to flex up additional hours as required. Candidates must be available as rostered over a 7-day spread at various Leisure Centres (including Sutherland, Caringbah and Engadine Centre locations).  
  • To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Essential Requirements

Application Instruction

  • Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
  • Get your application in by 11.59pm: Wednesday 28 January 2026.
  • Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within two weeks from closing date.

Please click on the Apply For This Role to view a detailed position description and apply online.

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