Learn to Swim Instructor (Casual)

Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country with a population of 240000 residents Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.

Our people are focused on driving community outcomes programs and services to innovate inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its communitys vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome belong and succeed.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Councils Assets Capital and Facilities unit sits within the City Services directorate and focuses on the management of the Cumberland LGA. Cumberland City Council owns and operates four (4) Aquatic Centres and two (2) Fitness facilities across the LGA which provide recreational services to our community.

In contributing to the overarching vision the Learn to Swim Instructor delivers high quality classes to the community of Cumberland City Council in line with Councils policies and procedures and AUSTSWIM industry standards.

The successful applicant will require:

• Current Swim Instructor qualification or willing to complete
• Current Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment
• Demonstrated experience in the effective instruction of swimming classes
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong time management and organisational ability
• Experience dealing with customer enquiries and complaints

Download the position description herefor more information.

About this role:

• Casual Positions
• Located at Councils Swim Centres with occasional travel required across Council worksites and may be required to work across any of Councils work locations

Salary information: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.

• Grade 3 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $30.38 to $37.22 per hour (plus casual loading) plus 12% superannuation
• Weekend penalty ratesapply in accordance with the Local Government Award
• The commencing salary will be negotiated taking into consideration the successful applicants qualifications skills and experience related to the role

What youll need to have for this role:

• The right to live and work in Australia
• Be able to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position including attending a physical pre-employment medical examination as required
• Participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Councils Health Monitoring Procedure as required
• Provide evidence of your vaccination status as part of the employment screening process in accordance with Councils COVID-19 Vaccination Procedure.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER

• Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
• Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning paid leave to undertake annual skin checks COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
• Free access to Councilowned and managed Aquatic Centres
• Access to Councils Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

ABOUT US

Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people and fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation and associated provisions. Council will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment which endeavours to promote child protection practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application if required and it is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain undertake or remain in child-related employment.

Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace reflective of the community it represents. Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments. If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process please contact the hiring manager during the application process.

ENQUIRIES

ContactDarren Howard Coordinator - Aquatic Programsonor for further information.

Closing date: 11:59pm Sunday 28 December 2025

HOW TO APPLY

To submit your application for this position please complete the questionnaire. Youll be asked to attach your resume and any relevant qualifications (if required) to complete your application. Make sure you have these attachments ready before you apply as your application cannot be submitted until completed.