Team Member - Learn To Swim - Tepid Baths

OverviewHe angit9tanga : The opportunity.

Learn to Swim Instructor | Tepid BathsAt Auckland Council, our leisure centres play a key role in achieving our goal of making Auckland the most active city in the world.

We4re looking for Learn to Swim Instructors to join our Tepid Baths team to help achieve that goal.This is a fantastic role where you dont need any formal qualifications or experience to apply—just a passion to work with our diverse community while making a difference.

Well provide the training you need to succeed in the role.

Responsibilities

Teach swimming to individuals of all ages—from babies and toddlers to children and adults

Create a fun, caring, and safe environment for everyone in and around the water

Be part of a supportive and energetic team serving your local community

We have two permanent part-time opportunities available, each offering 6 hours per week.

Typical Schedule

Weekdays : One or two shifts starting around 3 : 00 PM or 3 : 40 PM, finishing by 6 : 00 PM or 6 : 30 PM

Weekends : One shift on either Saturday or Sunday from 8 : 30 AM to 11 : 30 AM or 12 : 00 PM (4-hour shift)

Please note : Some flexibility is required to meet the needs of the centre and its programming.

If youre nurturing, energetic, and love supporting learners—apply now!

About you

Youll be a confident swimmer and a passionate instructor who genuinely enjoys working with people of all ages—especially young children.

While youll often be supporting children during key times, youll also play an important role in helping adults build their skills and confidence in the water.

Exceptional customer service and clear communication are essential, as youll be engaging with families and individuals across the wider community.

This role is all about nurturing joy, safety, and confidence in the water.

Whether youre guiding a toddler through their first splash or helping an adult overcome their fear of swimming, your gentle approach and enthusiasm will make a lasting impact.

If you already hold a recognised swim teacher qualification or have previous experience, thats a bonus—but not a requirement.

Well provide all the comprehensive training you need to succeed.

If you do not have a recognised swim teacher qualification, e.g. AUSTSWIM, you will be required to attend a two-week training course, which we will arrange.

To be considered for this role, you must also be willing to complete First Aid training.

What we offer

As a Learn to Swim Instructor, youll have free access to our facilities, work-life balance, and a supportive team.

You will also have the satisfaction of knowing the work you do is important and impactful, especially the pride 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 will have the opportunity to pick up extra hours in a variety of roles such as Lifeguard, Customer Service Rep, Recreation Assistant and more.

Youll have access to a range of Auckland Council benefits, including the option of a Zoo pass and a range of partnership discounts.

As a Leisure Centre employee, you will enjoy free use of the facilities.

Apply now

Close : Monday 29 September at 11 : 59 pm.

Please note : the Position Description is available upon request.

Official Job Title is Team Member.

Pay rate : Living Wage, $28.95

Our employer KiwiSaver contribution is in addition to the base salary offered.

Auckland Council is committed to the protection and well-being of children.

This role is classified as a Childrens Worker role under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014 and is deemed a safety-sensitive position.

Applicants will be required to undergo police vetting and a drug test prior to commencing employment.

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

We serve the diverse communities of Tbnmaki Makaurau and encourage applications from everyone — regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, educational background or religious belief — as well as from those who are disabled and / or neurodivergent.

We are committed to making our hiring process accessible to everyone.

If you need any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.

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