About the role

As a Leisure Services Officer – Learn to Swim, you'll:

• Deliver engaging, safe and inclusive swim lessons to people of all ages and abilities
• Assess student progress and adapt lessons to meet individual needs
• Build positive relationships with students and their families
• Promote water safety and enjoyment in line with industry guidelines
• Liaise with the Learn to Swim Officer and Centre Coordinators to ensure smooth delivery of programs

You may also assist with class organisation, lane allocation, equipment setup, and general program support.

This role will be guided by Royal Life Society Australia (RLSSA) Guidelines for Safe Pool Operations, City of Greater Geelong and Swim Sport and Leisure policy and procedures.

Work type: Casual
Classification: Band 2 Commencing at $43.05 p/h

About you
You’re someone who:

• Has a warm, encouraging teaching style
• Can communicate clearly with children, families, and colleagues
• Understands child safety and inclusive education practices
• Works well as part of a team and enjoys a busy, active environment
• Has the flexibility to work across our various Leisure Centres
• Availability for morning, evening and weekend shifts

Essential Experience:

• A current Working with Children Check
• A current CPR Certificate
• A Swim Teaching License
• Relevant extension courses (Infant, Access & Inclusion, etc.) are a bonus!
• Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check and a pre-employment medical assessment as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

If you're still completing your qualifications or shadowing hours, we'd still love to hear from you — we can guide you on the next steps!

If this sounds like the right role for you, click 'Apply Now'! 

Applications close: 11:55 p.m., July 18, 2025.

Help us build a safer, more confident community in the water.

Child Safety Responsibilities   
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion  
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.  

We are the City
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position.

Enquiries: Tammy Morphet | 52562111 | TMorphet@geelongcity.vic.gov.au  

Click the Apply button to submit your application or find out more about this opportunity. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at careers@geelongcity.vic.gov.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

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