Learn to Swim Instructor - part time

Whakatane, New Zealand Reference: 6916898 Part time role, minimum 10 hours per week Training provided Work with your community Ko wai mātau | About us The people at Whakatāne District Council love what we do because we do it for others, and that feels good. We work hard and we know it's important to stop and play too. We're on a learning journey because we know we can always do better, and we know we're better together. Will you come on that journey with us? Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role Our Learn to Swim instructors work with our community to learn the valuable life skill of swimming and gaining confidence in the water. You will be working with a range of ages and will be required to be in the pool while delivering lessons. Full training will be provided; however, previous experience will be advantageous. You\'ll need to be a team player with great communication skills and can build rapport quickly and thrive on delivering a top-quality experience to everyone who enters our facility. This role operates on a rotating roster from Monday to Saturday, covering both morning and after school swim lessons. Saturdays are morning lessons only. Ko wai koe | About you To Be Successful, You Will Have The Following Strong swimming skills - Swimming is our business so you\'ll be comfortable and confident in the water A positive attitude! You will be joining a team who need enthusiasm and motivation to get stuck into whatever the day brings! Outstanding communication skills - you will enjoy interacting with children and have the patience to teach core skills repetitively to small groups The ability to exercise sound judgement and support to your colleagues when needed Flexibility to be able to work some mornings, evenings and during school holidays. Above all else, a good sense of humour and great work ethic - all with a big smile! As this position is classified as a safety sensitive role you will be required to pass a Police Vetting Check, drug test and pre employment medical check. Our values We\'re always learning and improving - Toitū te Taumata We\'re passionate and proud - Toitū te Mauri Ora We work as one team - Toitū te Mahi Tahi We put people at the heart of everything we do - Toitū te Tangata We care about our environment - Toitū te Taiao For more information, phone 07 308 4192 to speak to Dillon Charleville, Manager Aquatics & Recreation Applications Close: 09 Aug 2026 Share on #J-18808-Ljbffr