Swim School Program Manager - North Lakes
North Lakes, Brisbane QLD
Full Time
Hands-on leadership - Teaching, training & team development
Passionate About Teaching? Ready to Lead the Program?
Do you love teaching, developing people and helping teams deliver an exceptional learn-to-swim program?
We're looking for a Program Manager to join our leadership team at Carlile Swim North Lakes.
This is a hands-on leadership opportunity where you'll develop Swim Teachers, champion teaching quality and help train the next generation of Carlile Swim teachers, while remaining connected to what you love - teaching and supporting swimmers on pool deck.
The Opportunity:
As Program Manager, you'll work alongside the Swim School Manager and Customer Experience Manager as part of the centre leadership team.
You'll take the lead on teaching quality and teacher development, providing coaching, feedback and training to build a confident and capable teaching team.
You'll also play an important role in recruiting, onboarding and training new teachers and student placements, supporting centre operations and ensuring our swimmers and families receive a consistently high-quality experience.
This isn't a desk-based management role. You'll remain hands-on through teaching, supervision, training and day-to-day operations.
In This Role, You Will:
Lead, mentor and develop Swim Teachers through regular coaching and feedback
Champion high-quality teaching and consistent delivery of the Carlile Swim program
Recruit, onboard, train and support new teachers and student placements
Teach and supervise classes, leading by example on pool deck
Support ongoing teacher development, capability and training
Support rostering, scheduling and day-to-day operations
Monitor swimmer progression and help maintain strong program standards
Work closely with the centre leadership team to support centre performance
Champion safeguarding, safety and a positive, high-performing team culture
About You:
You're an experienced swim teacher or aquatic professional who loves developing others and is ready to grow your leadership impact.
You'll bring:
✔️ Strong swim teaching and learn-to-swim program knowledge
✔️ Experience supporting, training or developing other team members
✔️ Confidence providing coaching and constructive feedback
✔️ Strong communication and relationship-building skills
✔️ Excellent organisation and the ability to balance competing priorities
✔️ A proactive, collaborative and solutions focused approach
✔️A genuine commitment to teaching quality, safeguarding and safety
Previous leadership or supervisory experience will be highly regarded. We're also keen to hear from experienced aquatic professionals who are ready to take the next step into leadership.
What We Value:
At Carlile Swim, we move at PACE:
Passionate – Care deeply and bring energy and commitment to everything we do.
All In – Show up consistently, take ownership and never compromise on safety.
Connected – Listen and work as a team to achieve the best outcomes.
Keep Evolving – Stay curious, positive and open to change, always learning, growing and improving.
About Carlile Swim:
When Children Swim Better, Families Feel Safer
Carlile Swim is Australia’s leading swim school, helping children become safer, more confident swimmers for life across our growing national network.
Founded by swimming pioneers Forbes and Ursula Carlile, we’ve been shaping the learn-to-swim industry for 80 years through exceptional teaching, innovation and an uncompromising commitment to child safety.
Because swimming isn’t optional. It’s essential.
Why Join Carlile Swim?
- Build your leadership career while remaining hands-on in the program
- Develop and inspire the next generation of Swim Teachers
- Work alongside a supportive and experienced centre leadership team
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Generous staff discounts across Carlile Swim programs
- Grow your career within a growing national organisation
- Make a genuine difference to swimmers, families and your team
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're passionate about great teaching, developing people and creating exceptional learn-to-swim experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now with your cover letter and resume.
️ Applications close 6 September 2026.
Carlile Swim is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All appointments are subject to appropriate screening and safeguarding requirements.
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Carlile Swim is a nationally recognised swim school network with more than 150 years of combined experience and over 30 locations across Australia. Now united under one brand, we are committed to leading the industry and enriching the communities we serve through exceptional swim education and water safety.
