Swim Teacher - The Valleys Lifestyle Centre

THE ROLE

The Valleys Lifestyle Centre is a dynamic and vibrant community hub located in the heart of the beautiful Adelaide Hills. Offering a range of facilities and programs designed to promote health, fitness, and wellbeing, our centre is committed to providing exceptional services to individuals and families of all ages. With a strong focus on aquatic programs, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality swimming lessons in a supportive and friendly environment. We are now looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team as a YMCA Swim Teacher.

As a YMCA Swim Teacher, you will play a key role in the success of our Swimming Lessons Program, ensuring participants of all ages and abilities receive top-quality, safe, and engaging instruction. You will foster a supportive and encouraging learning environment in your classes and work collaboratively within a dedicated team.

We are looking for Swim Teachers who are committed to delivering professional, high-quality swimming lessons in line with our philosophies, and whom are passionate about creating a positive and educational experience for all participants. Please note, due to availability of shifts, candidates must be able to work weekends.

ABOUT THE Y

YMCA South Australia is a not-for-profit community organisation that has served the South Australian community for more than 170 years. With approximately 1,000 employees (and growing), we deliver programs and services across the state in settings including community recreation centres, swimming pools, health and fitness facilities, community centres, camps, early education and schools and youth services.

Our aim is to develop the whole person, helping all South Australians connect with a better life. Not only their physical fitness and capabilities, but also their sense of identity, purpose, hope and dignity; psychological health; resilience; social connectedness; lifelong learning; and their own contribution back into the community. All the elements that together constitute a full, healthy, productive, and satisfying life.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Successful candidates will also have, or be willing to obtain:

• Weekend Availability (Required)
• AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety or Swim Australia Teacher accreditation or equivalent
• HLTAID009 Perform CPR or equivalent
• Certificate of completion for “Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care” (RRHAN-EC) Training

The above qualifications (including AUSTSWIM) are not required at time of application, however, candidates must be willing to obtain the qualifications later.

To view the position descriptions for this role, please visit our website at https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/get....

THE BENEFITS

• The opportunity to join a leading provider of recreation, community, and children’s services.
• Free access to YMCA South Australia’s recreation facilities.
• A culture of empowerment and growth with ongoing opportunities for career development.
• A supportive team of passionate and professional individuals.

LIKE TO KNOW MORE?

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Ben Whalan at (08) 8842 3999 or at ben.whalan@ymcasa.org.au.

HOW TO APPLY

Does this sound like you? Please submit your resume and cover letter via Apply Now!

You must address the key selection criteria in your application.

Applications close 28th February 2025.

Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened to make sure that the right people are in the right roles. This includes:

• National Police Check (issued in the last 6 months)
• DHS Working With Children Check
• International Criminal History Record Check (if worked/lived overseas in the last 5 years)

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy: https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/who...

YMCA South Australia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people and other vulnerable people.