We live in a country surrounded by water, the majority of our population live in close proximity to it and for many it's our playground whether we're swimming, boating, fishing or involved in some other water sport. Swimming is a vital life skill and one that someday may mean the difference between life and death. Do you want to make a difference?

Our friendly Aquatic Services team are seeking a Senior Swim Teacher.

The hours of work for this position are 20 hours per week, to be agreed with the successful applicant.

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Instruct high quality and consistent ‘Learn to Swim' lessons to students of all levels of ability, and a range of ages from adults to infants.
• Provide assessments on ‘Learn to Swim' students, as and when required in liaison with the Team Leader - Swim School.
• Ensure all training standards are met and maintained.
• Support the Team Leader - Swim School to develop, implement and coordinate new swim safety programmes to community groups and demographics.
• Assist in the supervision and motivation of all team members, encouraging a high-performing team that develops professionally and delivers "best practice".

What you will bring:

• New Zealand Certificate in Aquatics - Swim and Water Safety Teacher Level 3
• First Aid Certificate or ability to obtain
• National Lifeguard Award
• Ability to lead a group of pre-schoolers'
• High level of customer relations and communication skills

What we offer:

• Career progression and training/development opportunities
• Positive focus of employee health and well-being: Workstation assessments, free flu vaccines, EAP services, 50% off eye exams, discounted gym memberships etc
• Kiwisaver and Superannuation Schemes
• Access to sick leave from day one of employment
• Appointment time leave: Up to 2 hours for important appointments eg. Doctor, bank, dentist

Waihōpai Invercargill is New Zealand's southernmost city and the heart and hub of Southland. We're known for our lush green spaces, like award-winning Queens Park, our long summer daylight hours and our local legend Burt Munro. Our city has character, charm and a laidback atmosphere. There's outstanding nature reserves, Ōreti Beach and the Waihōpai River to explore plus our lively restaurants complemented by a thriving entertainment and arts scene which are hard to beat! The sensible gridded layout featuring wide streets ensures a convenient 10-minute drive to work. Who wouldn't want to call this place home?

The Invercargill City Council is committed to the wellbeing and protection of children, the elderly and vulnerable adults. As a component of this role involves interaction with one or more of the above groups, as part of the assessment of candidates, we will require Police Vetting as per the Children's Act 2014 and a Pre-employment Alcohol and Drug Screening test to ensure we are providing a safe environment for our customers and members of the public.

For more information please see the full position description or contact the Invercargill City Council on (03) 211 1777. Please don't apply directly via SEEK as we won't receive your application. Apply online at Careers | Invercargill City Council (icc.govt.nz)

Applications close 9 February 2025. Please note applications will be processed as they are received and we encourage you to apply early as this advert may be removed at any time.

Successful applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in New Zealand. While all applications will be reviewed, first priority will be given to those applicants who are currently residing in New Zealand.