Learn to Swim Instructors - Casual

• An exciting opportunity to join the new Aquatic Centres team 
• Based at Angelo Anestis Aquatic Centre in Bexley and Botany Aquatic Centre
• Multiple positions available 

Our Team

At Bayside Council, we are committed to a positive, flexible and supportive workplace culture, where our people and customers feel respected and valued. We are proud to serve our community through operating with transparency, integrity and in the best interests of the Bayside community to deliver exceptional service.

The City Life Directorate delivers personalised and public services to enhance community life, including family, children, aged, leisure and cultural services.

Aquatic Centres

Bayside Council currently operates two Aquatic Centres, Angelo Anestis Aquatic Centre in Bexley and Botany Aquatic Centre. Angelo Anestis Aquatic Centre was opened in 2016 after undergoing a major redevelopment. The Centre includes an indoor and outdoor pool, grandstand, gym and group fitness spaces, community and retail spaces, kiosk, and aqua play facilities. 

About the Role

The successful candidate will report to the Aquatic Programs Supervisor and contribute to the planning and delivery of swimming and water safety education lessons in line with the council and swim school and water safety teaching guidelines, policies and processes and the delivery of high-quality customer focused services to meet the needs of the community at Angelo Anestis Aquatic Centre and Botany Aquatic Centre.

If you are passionate about fitness and are looking for an exciting opportunity within the Aquatics industry, this is the job for you!

This position is based at Angelo Anestis Aquatic Centre however the successful candidate may be required to support Botany Aquatic Centre as needed.

You can also expect to:

• Plan and conduct learn to swim and water safety lessons for a range of Aquatics Programs to meet the varying needs and abilities of participants, groups and squads.
• Support the Aquatic Programs team and assist in advising on matters relating to swimming instruction/swim coaching and other safety matters.
• Implement programs according to the needs of the students to ensure adequate planning and availability of resources.
• Recognise and respond effectively in emergencies in accordance with Council’s emergency action plans.
• Maintain equipment, cleanliness of the storage area and setting up and putting away of all equipment as required.
• Prepare and provide regular reports and updates on participants to the Aquatic Programs Supervisor.
• Identify, report and respond to any potential safety or hazard issues which may cause injury or illness to staff or patrons.
• Actively contribute to the review of policies and procedures to maintain regulatory.
• Maintain a professional and positive relationship with participants and parents/guardians to enhance effective customer service and delivery of Aquatic Programs.
• Ensure Child Safe Practices and procedures are implemented and complied with to mitigate risks.
• Promote the positive and collaborative culture and values of the organisation through open, fair, and transparent decision making and ethical, professional behaviour. 
• Work in collaboration with and assist the team, Manager, and other key stakeholders to achieve business unit goals, work requests, demands and Council priorities. 
   

About You

We are looking for a someone who has:

• Current Austswim Certificate for Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety or equivalent
• Current CPR/Resuscitation Certificate
• Current Working with Children Check (NSW).
• Excellent communication and customer service skills and experience.
• Hours of work between 5am to 11pm Monday to Sunday. However, commencing and finishing times will be flexible and depend on operational needs.

Our Benefits and Culture

As an organisation, we pride ourselves in offering a flexible working environment centred on delivering great outcomes for our customers, whether internal or external. The City Life team have a strong culture of collaboration and delivering exciting new initiatives.

Apply Now

Your application should include an up-to-date resume (max 3 pages) and a covering letter (max 2 pages), outlining how your skills and experience meet the focus competencies, key accountabilities and challenges of the role outlined in the position description. 

Applications must be submitted email at recruitment@bayside.nsw.gov.au with the subject line F23/402 – Learn to Swim Instructors - Casual

Please also indicate if you're available to work at Botany, Bexley, or both.

Deadline: ongoing recruitment 

Salary Range: $39.42 to $44.16 per hour which includes 25% casual loading, plus 11% superannuation

Enquiries: Tammy Weatherby, Aquatics Programs Coordinator on 0436 682 701 or Tammy.Weatherby@bayside.nsw.gov.au

Applicants may be required to satisfactorily undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment.