Aquatic Education Instructor

We Are East Gippsland Shire Live and work in East Gippsland and you'll be surrounded by ski fields, high country, national parks, incredible surf beaches and marine parks. At East Gippsland Shire Council, we can offer you a rewarding opportunity to grow your skills and build a career with us while serving the community through our Recreation Centres. If you want to turn your passion for the water into a career, this might just be the perfect role for you. The Opportunity As an Aquatic Education Instructor, you’ll plan and deliver fun and high-quality swim lessons that meet the needs of a range of pupils. Working within a swim program, you’ll build strong relationships with pupils and parents and ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all who attend our recreation centres. Key Responsibilities Plan and deliver engaging swim lessons for diverse pupils. Maintain accurate records and conduct regular assessments. Respond to emergencies and assist with pool safety. Promote the facility and support its programs. What We're Looking For You’re a team player, with great communication skills and a strong customer focus. You care about making our recreation centres a great place to visit. You understand the importance of professional presentation. You’re at least 16 years old. Required Qualifications Current AustSwim Certificate – Teaching of Swimming and Water Safety. Current CPR Certificate. Current Level 2 First Aid Certificate. Current Working with Children Check. It would be great (but not required) if you also have: Previous experience in the Aquatics Industry. Previous experience in ‘Learn to Swim' programs. AustSwim Certificate – Teacher of Infant Aquatics or equivalent. AustSwim Certificate – Teacher of Aquatics for people with disability or equivalent. Swim Coaching Qualification – or equivalent. Pool Lifeguard Certificate. If successful, you will need to obtain a police check, have an employee Working with Children Check, and the required qualifications prior to commencing in the role. You must also be legally able to work in Australia. How To Apply If this sounds like your next move, apply now and attach: A cover letter stating why you are interested in the position and which centre you'd like to work at (Bairnsdale, Lakes Entrance or both). Your resume, including qualifications and referees. Applications close at 11.59pm on 14 December 2025 . Questions? For a confidential discussion about the position or to learn more, please contact Jemimah Cerda Aquatic Education Supervisor , on . EGSC is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, gender diverse people, religiously, culturally and linguistically diverse people and people of any age. East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and has a zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. #J-18808-Ljbffr