The opportunity Here at Auckland Council, our leisure centres play a key role in achieving our goal of making Auckland the most active city in the world. We're looking for Learn to Swim Instructors to join our Pool and Leisure Centres teams across Auckland to help achieve that goal! This is a fantastic job where you don't need any formal qualifications or experience to apply, just a passion to work with our diverse community while also making a difference! We'll provide the training you need to succeed in the role. Day-to-day you could expect to work on: Teaching people the basic principles of how to swim (we'll teach you how to do this!) Maintaining a fun, caring and safe environment for customers and visitors Being part of an amazing team serving your local community We have 1 permanent 16-hour opportunity available at our centres, with the possibility of picking up additional shifts. For the 16-hour role, you will need to be available for: Monday 9am - 2:30pm (negotiable about the day) Tuesday and Friday 3:15pm - 6:45pm Saturday 8am - 12:45pm He korero mou: About you You will be a great swimmer and instructor, have a love of water, exceptional customer service skills, and be able to communicate well with members of the public. You don't need any formal qualifications or experience. If you do have a recognised swim teacher qualification or previous experience as a Swimming Instructor, that'd be fantastic. However, we will provide full, comprehensive training that you need to excel in the job. To be considered for this role, you must also be willing to complete First Aid training. You must be available for the training date 3rd July 2023 - 14th July 2023. Nga ahuatanga kei a matou: What we offer As a Learn to Swim Instructor, you'll have free access to our facilities, hours that provide work and life balance, and above all else a fun, supportive team. You will also have the satisfaction of knowing the work you do is important and impactful, especially the pride and joy you will get from watching someone gain the confidence that comes from learning how to swim. We strongly encourage up-skilling and training, and once you are hired you would have the opportunity to pick up extra hours in a variety of roles such as Lifeguard, Customer Service Rep, Recreation Assistant and more. Pay rate: $23.65 Start date: June 2023 Auckland Council is committed to the protection and wellbeing of children. This role is classified as a Children's Worker role under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014. As such, applicants will be required to undergo police vetting prior to commencing employment. Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process. Auckland Council strongly encourages our employees to be fully vaccinated. #J-18808-Ljbffr