Be part of something meaningful, helping our community learn, grow and thrive in the water.
Our Outdoor Aquatic Facilities are preparing for the upcoming season and are seeking enthusiastic and reliable Learn to Swim Instructors to support a safe and engaging aquatic environment for our community.
Join our team for the 2026/2027 pool season and play an important role in delivering structured swimming lessons that build water confidence, develop lifesaving skills, and promote water safety.
We have casual opportunities available across both Cessnock and Branxton Pools.
In this role, you’ll deliver Council facilitated Learn to Swim programs in line with Australian Swimming, Austswim and Royal Life Saving Swim & Survive frameworks. You’ll plan and deliver engaging lesson programs that support learners of all ages and abilities.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Deliver structured swimming lessons in line with national Learn to Swim and water safety programs
- Create a safe and supportive learning environment where participants can build confidence, develop skills and enjoy their swimming journey.
- Plan lesson content and prepare sessions prior to delivery
- Support the consistent delivery of Council aquatic programs and water safety frameworks
- Work with small groups of children and/or adults to build swimming confidence and skills
- Promote water safety awareness in a positive and supportive learning environment
Essential requirements:
- A nationally recognised Learn to Swim qualification (eg AUSTSWIM or Equivalent).
- A current Working with Children Check clearance number.
- Current Resuscitation certification.
- Previous experience delivering swimming lessons or working in a similar aquatic environment is highly regarded.
To find out more about your next career opportunity: Position Description
$40.26 - $46.62 per hour (inclusive of casual loading)
- Casual seasonal role with opportunities to return for future pool seasons
- Flexible rostered hours, with rosters issued 2 weeks in advance to support planning and availability
- Hands-on experience delivering structured Learn to Swim programs and developing aquatic teaching skills
- 12% superannuation
- Free on-site parking
This is a great opportunity to develop your teaching, communication and class management skills while making a meaningful contribution to your local community. We encourage you to apply by completing the online application form below and uploading your resume.
Applications are assessed based on responses to the selection criteria questions. Guidance on addressing selection criteria can be found by visiting our How to apply page.
Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks, such as references, employment history checks, working with children checks or a criminal record check.
At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We're committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce.
We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.
We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.
There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please call (02) 4993 4308 or email [email protected] for a confidential discussion.
Applications Close: Thursday 23 July 2026 at 11.30pm
Who to Contact: Chad McCamley, Aquatics Facilities Coordinator on (02) 4993 6742 between 8am and 5pm, Monday to Friday.
You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.
Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice.
