Swimming Instructors – Multiple Positions
St Hilda’s School | Gold Coast | Queensland
Commencing: September 2026
St Hilda's School is seeking passionate and dedicated Swimming Instructors to join our Aquatics team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high-quality aquatic programs, including Learn to Swim, clinics, holiday programs and other aquatic activities, within a supportive and professional environment.
Shifts are available Monday to Friday during school hours, after school hours from 3.30pm – 5.30pm and Saturday 8.00am – 10.00am
About Us
Located on Queensland’s Gold Coast, we are one of Australia’s leading independent Anglican Day and Boarding Schools for girls from Pre-Prep to Year 12. With an enviable reputation of excellence in girls’ education and world class facilities, St Hilda’s School has a long and proud history of outstanding academic achievement, grounded in strong Anglican Christian values.
As an all-girls school we passionately believe every opportunity is designed with the girls in mind, fostering leadership, innovation and confidence so that our girls don’t just imagine their future, they lead it.
About the Position
You will deliver engaging and effective swimming lessons that build water confidence, safety awareness and technical skill across swimmers of all ages and abilities. You will work collaboratively with the Aquatics and Sports Precinct Manager, Aquatics Coordinator, and other aquatic staff to maintain the highest standards of safety, professionalism and customer service, while contributing to the ongoing growth and reputation of the School's aquatic programs.
Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
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Deliver Learn to Swim lessons and other aquatic programs in line with St Hilda's program frameworks
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Create a positive, inclusive learning environment that encourages participation and confidence
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Maintain active supervision and uphold rigorous safety standards at all times
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Communicate student progress to families and relevant staff
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Support holiday programs, clinics and special aquatic events as required.
About You
You are an experienced, highly capable and personable swim teacher or coach with a genuine passion for helping swimmers reach their potential. You bring strong communication and relationship-building skills, a collaborative team approach, and a commitment to providing an outstanding and enjoyable experience for students and families.
Essential Requirements
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AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety qualification and licence (SISSS00132 or equivalent)
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Current CPR and first aid certification (HLTAID009 and HLTAID011)
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Working with Children Check (Paid Blue Card), or eligibility to obtain prior to appointment
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Demonstrated experience teaching swimming and water safety programs and/or coaching swimming
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Physical capacity to demonstrate correct strokes and techniques, actively supervise participants in and around water, and perform in-water rescue or emergency response actions as required
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Availability to work rostered shifts, including afternoons, weekends and school holiday periods.
Desirable
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AUSTSWIM Towards Competitive Strokes and Coaching, or equivalent
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Swimming Australia or ASCTA coaching accreditation
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Current Pool Lifeguard Qualification (SISSS00133 or equivalent)
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Experience working within a school environment or delivering clinics and community aquatic programs.
Why Join St Hilda’s School?
Be part of a passionate values-driven community which embraces collaboration and innovation and supports staff wellbeing and professional growth. We are a community which promotes belonging and connectedness. We offer onsite parking, staff access to Fitness Passport, a comprehensive employee assistance program and professional development opportunities.
As a prospective member of the St Hilda’s Community, you must be willing to support the Code of Conduct and the stated values, and Anglican Ethos of the School.
Application Requirements
Please submit the following:
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A one-page A4 written response outlining your suitability for the role, why you would like to teach swimming at St Hilda’s School, and an outline of your availability
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A full Curriculum Vitae, including contact details for two professional referees.
Applications should be submitted by 8.00am Wednesday 02 September 2026.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. St Hilda’s School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Applicants are encouraged to apply early.
Any questions about the position, or to receive a copy of the position description, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or (07) 5532 4922. *Applications must be submitted via the online employment platforms. Please do not email applications to this inbox directly.
