Swim Education Instructor

E ngā iwi, e ngā karangatanga huri noa i te motu, tēnei te mihi atu ki a koutou katoa. He īnoi tēnei ki a koe. Tono mai ki tētahi tūnga ki te Kaunihera o Ōtautahi.

Calling all good sorts and great sports: if you're keen to move into a role that'll get your career into great shape while doing something awesome for your community, we've got just the thing. Our Recreation, Sports and Events teams are hiring now for Swim Education Instructors.

About the team | Ko te rōpū nei

Joining the Swim Education team at Christchurch City Council means you will empower people from all walks of life, by learning the life-changing skill of swimming. Your passion for water safety and customer care will create waves of confidence and success!

Our instructors work hard to deliver professional lessons, but when you see the smiles on the tamariki's faces after they succeed in your class, we promise that feeling is priceless!

About the role | Ko te mahi nei

Our Learn to Swim programme teaches valuable life skills and our instructors are responsible for maximising customers aquatic learning experience. You will also:

• Deliver high-quality swim education programmes to customers.
• Follow lesson plans with individualised instruction and progressions to meet the needs of your students.
• Continuously assessing your students to see they are progressing in their current level and ready to progress to next level.
• This programme offers you the potential for growth and other opportunities within our Recreation, Sports & Events unit.

About you | Ko Koe Tēnei

• Ideally, you'll have previous experience teaching, coaching, or coming from a swimming background however, full training is provided.
• You're a logical thinker and are always one step ahead.
• You are keen to learn and passionate about teaching people of all ages. Most importantly, you feel at home in the water and enjoy working with tamariki.
• Successful applicants must hold a current Comprehensive First Aid Certificate covering unit standards 6400, 6401 and 6402. This can be obtained before the commencement of employment, at your own cost.

Locations - Exciting opportunities are regularly available at our network of facilities:

• Taiora QEII Recreation & Sports Centre.
• Parakiore Recreation & Sports Centre
• Te Pou Toetoe, Linwood Pool.
• Graham Condon Recreation & Sports Centre.
• Pioneer Recreation and Sports Centre.
• Matatiki Hornby Centre

Shifts are during school term time, with the possibility of some work during school holidays

Key parts of the process:

• Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an assessment centre scheduled for 3:30pm Wednesday 9 September 2026 at Taiora QEII.
• Successful applicants will be required to have an NZ Certificate in Aquatics (Swim and Water Safety Teacher) Level 3. Should you not have this qualification then you will be required to attend training and complete your Certificate within the agreed time.
• Training dates will be arranged with successful applicants. This two-day course is fully funded by Christchurch City Council, but attendance is unpaid.
• If any opportunities become available sooner, we will contact suitable candidates; otherwise, we'll be in touch after the job ad closes.

What's in it for you? He aha ngā hua ki a koe?

• Gain a nationally recognised qualification to support your career.
• Enjoy continuous on-the-job training to build your skills.
• Receive ongoing support from your leaders as you grow and develop your teaching craft.
• Feel confident before leading your own classes - shadow experienced teachers and learn the skills you need to change the lives of your students.

Additional Information | Ko ētahi atu kōrero:

• Salary: $30.98 per hour
• Position: Permanent part-time or casual. Please specify your preference and availability on your application.
• To view a copy of the position description, click the link at the foot of the page.

We understand that recruitment processes can be challenging. If you require any support or adjustments to help you put your best foot forward, please reach out to us at[email protected]

Please note that applications will only be considered from candidates who currently hold valid New Zealand working rights.

We reserve the right to close a job ad before the advertised close date. Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date, depending on staffing needs and the progression of our recruitment process.