Swim Teacher - City of Melbourne

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YMCA Victoria is seeking casual Swim Teachers to deliver Learn to Swim across Carlton Baths, North Melbourne Recreation Centre and Kensington Community Aquatic and Recreation Centre. You will design engaging lessons for school aged children, blend stroke development with water safety, and guide students toward level progression. Essential qualifications include HLTAID009 CPR and an Accredited Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety (AUSTSWIM or equivalent) or willingness to obtain. Benefits include flexible rostering, facility access, and career development. To apply, click Apply; tailor your resume to show teaching or customer service experience, emphasize patience and reliability, and ensure you meet checks.

At the Y our vision is a better tomorrow where all people can belong. 

As the largest employer in fitness and recreation we have more than 5,000 staff at over 140 centres across Victoria. With us, you will work with fun colleagues who have a shared passion for making a difference in the lives of individuals and transforming communities for the better. 

About the Site

The City of Melbourne is home to the Y's Learn to Swim program across three vibrant aquatic centres, each offering unique opportunities to make a positive impact in the community.

North Melbourne Outdoor Pool is a seasonal, family-friendly outdoor facility featuring three pools in the heart of North Melbourne. It is known for its strong community connections and welcoming environment for people of all ages and backgrounds.

Carlton Baths offers exceptional customer service and engaging programs for all ages and abilities. With two outdoor pools and a strong focus on water safety, it's a popular destination for local families.

Kensington Community Aquatic and Recreation Centre is a year-round facility featuring a 25-metre indoor pool, a purpose-built learn-to-swim pool, three full-sized sports courts, and a modern gym. Together, these centres provide a fun, inclusive environment where people can build confidence, develop lifelong swimming skills, and stay active.

About the role

As a Swim Teacher, you will be developing and delivering lesson plans that promote swimming skill building in school aged children, combining stroke development with water safety and enhancing the overall confidence and ability of your students.

• Structure and design lessons with appropriate activities that challenge and develop your students swimming and water safety ability
• Recommend students for level progression as appropriate
• Teach and model effective problem solving skills and conflict resolution skills

This is a Casual role with an hourly rate up to $33.37 per hour (for fully qualified swim teacher) + super & Y Benefits.

Swim teachers in training will be paid up to $31.18 per hour until fully qualified.

We are currently seeking swim teachers to work across our 3 City of Melbourne sites - Carlton Baths , North Melbourne Recreation Centre and Kensington Community Aquatic and Recreation Centre.

About you

You will be passionate about inspiring and developing water safety and swimming skills in children and young people. Experience in other teaching or coaching roles is a bonus but not necessary. Personal attributes such as patience, respect, and enthusiasm will take you far as a Swim Teacher!

In this role you will unlock the power of all children to be inspired by swimming, creating lifelong opportunities.

• Demonstrate a passion and enthusiasm to teach children to swim
• Provide excellent customer service to parents and students alike
• Be motivated and committed to perform to a high standard
• Be friendly, polite and approachable at all times
• Display interest, enthusiasm, patience and respect to children and peers

Essential Qualifications

• HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
• Accredited Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety (AUSTSWIM or equivalent) or willing to obtain at their own expense.

Other Desired Qualifications

• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
• Teacher of Infants and Preschool Aquatics
• Teacher Developing Competitive Strokes or equivalent
• Teacher of Aquatics - Access and Inclusion
• Teacher of Adults

Benefits

At the Y Victoria we value our people. Working for us means you’ll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of benefits which improve your wellbeing and help you develop as an individual, such as:

• Flexible working and rostering arrangements
• Opportunities for career development and growth
• Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state
• Free access to the Virtual Y – online health and wellness
• Savings on health insurance, discounted cinema tickets & access to workplace banking benefits.

Commitment to Child and Young People Safety

YMCA Victoria (the Y) has robust policies and practices to prevent harm to children and young people. The Y is committed to identifying and removing potential risks and hazards. All positions are subject to a satisfactory Police Check, Working with Children Check and a pre-employment medical declaration prior to commencement. 

How to Apply   

If this is you, click the Apply button.

Y Victoria is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and social inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Y Victoria are proud to be a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to respond to every applicant.