Lifeguards and Swim Teachers - Fleurieu Aquatic CentreDepartment: Recreation & Fitness
Type: Casual
Posted: 19 March 2025
Closes: 2 April 2025
THE ROLE The YMCA of South Australia is seeking highly motivated, passionate and professional people to form part of our Lifeguard and Swim Teacher teams at Fleurieu Aquatic Centre located near Victor Harbor in Chiton, Hayborough. The Fleurieu Aquatic Centre includes an eight-lane 25m swimming pool, a multi-use program pool, a warm water pool, a crèche facility, gym and group fitness, café and an outdoor splash park.
Lifeguards: Pool Lifeguards at YMCA facilities take on a much greater responsibility than simply supervising water space. As well as identifying potential risk factors and taking steps to reduce those risks, lifeguards will act as positive role models to build happier, healthier communities within the facilities that we manage.
Swim Teachers: As a YMCA Swim Teacher, you will play a key role in the success of our Swimming Lessons Program, ensuring participants of all ages and abilities receive top-quality, safe, and engaging instruction. You will foster a supportive and encouraging learning environment in your classes and work collaboratively within a dedicated team.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Successful Lifeguard candidates will also have, or be willing to obtain:
SISSS00133 Pool Lifeguard or equivalent.HLTAID011 Provide First Aid or equivalent.HLTAID009 Perform CPR or equivalent.Successful Swim Teacher candidates will also have or be willing to obtain:
AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety or Swim Australia Teacher accreditation or equivalentHLTAID009 Perform CPR or equivalentRRHAN-EC Masterclass – Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education & CareApplicants must be available for shifts across 7 days per week, including evenings and weekends.
THE BENEFITS The opportunity to join a leading provider of recreation, community, and children's services.Free access to YMCA South Australia's recreation facilities.A culture of empowerment and growth with ongoing opportunities for career development.A supportive team of passionate and professional individuals.HOW TO APPLY Does this sound like you? Please submit your resume and cover letter via Apply Now!
You must address the key selection criteria in your application.
Applications close 2nd April 2025. Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened to make sure that the right people are in the right roles. This includes:
National Police Check (issued in the last 6 months)DHS Working With Children CheckInternational Criminal History Record Check (if worked overseas in the last 5 years)YMCA South Australia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people and other vulnerable people.
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