Learn to Swim Instructor

September 13, 2024

Kāpiti Coast District Council

Paraparaumu

PART TIME & OTHER

Part Time - Permanent
About the role
Are you enthusiastic about swimming and passionate about teaching? Dive into a rewarding opportunity!
Based at Coastlands Aquatics Centre, join our team of Learn to Swim Instructors providing water safety and aquatic education as required for Learn to Swim programmes, school programmes and community stakeholders. You will be a positive role model, creating a supportive, safe and fun environment in which to motivate and encourage students to be comfortable and confident in the water.
The following rosters are available:

2 instructors required for Saturday 7:45am - 1pm
1 instructor required for Wednesday 3:15pm – 6:15pm

Skills and Experience

Effective interpersonal skills with a demonstrated commitment to customer service and willingness to and capability for dealing with a wide range of people within and outside the organisation.
Enthusiastic and positive attitude towards swimming and learning.
Perseverance, patience, sensitivity, and the ability to put people at ease.
Proven experience in facilitating aquatic activities, including the ability to inspire confidence and motivate whānau.
Hold, or be prepared to gain, one of the following:
- SNZ Swim Teacher Award
- Austswim Teacher of Swimming & Water Safety
- NZ Certificate in Aquatics (Swim & Water Safety Teacher) Level 3
Have appropriate aquatic skills and an understanding of life saving methods, including resuscitation and must hold a current practical first aid certificate (or be prepared to obtain one)
Have the skills necessary to contribute to a positive team environment, to support and uphold the philosophy of Kauora and Swim Kāpiti’s aquatic education.

Please read the Job Description [PDF 157 KB].
About us
Beautiful beaches and a short journey to or from Wellington make the Kāpiti Coast a great place to live and work. Working for the Kāpiti Coast District Council means being part of a caring, dynamic and effective customer-focused team who makes a positive difference in the community we serve.
Enquiries about this position should be directed to Kay Nicholls, Learn to Swim Coordinator on 04 296 4700 or free phone 0800 486 486.
How to apply
The preferred candidate will be required to undergo the usual pre-employment checks, including drug and alcohol screening, criminal history, police vetting, and credit checks. Please note you must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Before you apply, please ensure that you have the following documentation ready: your cover letter, CV, a copy of your work visa (if applicable) and Drivers Licence.

We will process applications as they are received, so don’t delay!

We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available