Learn to Swim Instructor (Casual) at Wenona School
North Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Sep, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Jul, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Emergency Procedures, Toddlers, Swimming, Learners, Water Safety, Communication Skills

Industry

Education Management

Description

Location:
North Sydney
Documentation:
Role Description: LTS Instructor
Employment Type:
Casual
Department:
Sports
Wenona offers a range of aquatic programs for students and the wider community, including a Learn to Swim (LTS) Program. The LTS Program teaches essential water safety and swimming technique to students of all ages. Being able to swim well is a skill for life and offers a pathway into a range of aquatic sports. Lessons take place in our purpose-built LTS pool.
Wenona values staff who demonstrate a positive and proactive approach to their work. We look for enthusiastic, dedicated, and capable staff who demonstrate initiative, good humour, and professional behaviour and support the values and aims of the School as a global learning community.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • Current Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety or equivalent.
  • Current CPR certification or willingness to obtain.
  • Current NSW Working with Children Check.
  • Valid NSW Police Check.
  • Extension qualifications such as Babies and Toddlers, Competitive Swimming, Learners with a Disability are encouraged.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

  • Knowledge of swimming technique and water safety skills.
  • High level customer service and communication skills.
  • Good manner with LTS students of all ages and backgrounds.
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure.
  • Understanding of emergency procedures as they relate to an aquatic environment.
Responsibilities

ROLE PURPOSE

The purpose of the Learn to Swim Instructor is the day-to-day delivery of the Wenona LTS programs. LTS Instructors provide hands-on instruction to students in developing water safety skills and swimming technique according to Wenona LTS’s systemised approach. A high level of professionalism and exceptional customer service is expected. LTS Instructors provide their students with an encouraging, safe, and enjoyable learning environment.
This is a casual role with hours dependent on the needs of the program. A range of shifts may be offered including mornings and afternoons.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Indications that this role is being carried out successfully would include:

  • Conduct individual and group swimming lessons according to the Wenona LTS program manuals and instruction guidelines at a consistently high standard.
  • Tailor the learning experience to meet the individual needs of each student.
  • Set up and pack up equipment required to deliver LTS lessons.
  • Provide a safe and encouraging environment for LTS participants.
  • Keep accurate records for attendance and skill acquisition when required.
  • Attend staff training sessions.
  • Maintain positive interactions with students, parents / guardians, and fellow staff.
  • Perform other duties as required.
Loading...