Aquatic Education Instructor - Schools

Aquatic Education Instructor

Wangaratta, VIC | Casual Opportunities Available | $23.58 – $36.28 per hour (includes 25% casual Loading, rate dependent on age) + super 

The Wangaratta Sports and Aquatic Centre is seeking passionate, enthusiastic and committed individuals to join our team of swimming instructors. Whether you're an experienced instructor or looking to start a rewarding new career, we'd love to hear from you.

This role is ideal for people who enjoy working with children, creating positive learning experiences, and helping young people develop confidence and essential water safety skills. A positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a genuine interest in supporting children as they learn an important life skill are key to success in this role.

No prior swim teaching experience? No problem. We provide support and guidance to help you gain the required swim teaching qualifications, making this a great opportunity for students, parents returning to work, career changers, and anyone passionate about making a difference in the community.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Teaching water safety and swimming skills to school groups and individuals
• Creating engaging, safe and inclusive lessons
• Building confidence in children and encouraging lifelong safety habits
• Supporting program delivery and communicating effectively with parents, participants and team members

What You’ll Need (or Be Willing to Obtain)

• Working with Children Check
• HLTAID001 – Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
• National Police Check

Desirable (but not essential)

• Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety (or equivalent)
• Autism Swim Certification
• Teacher of Infants and Pre-schoolers
• Teacher of Adults
• Teacher of Access and Inclusion
• HLTAID003 – Provide First Aid
• Lifeguard qualification

Why You’ll Enjoy Working With Us

• Flexible shifts across weekends, school hours and after school, making it easier to balance work with family, study or other commitments
• A supportive and friendly team that values enthusiasm as much as experience
• Free membership to the Wangaratta Sports and Aquatic Centre, including access to our 800sqm gym and all five pools
• Guidance and support to gain swim teaching qualifications if you are new to the field

Who This Role Is Perfect For

• Parents seeking meaningful work that fits within school hours
• Students or career changers exploring opportunities in health, education or sport
• Anyone passionate about water safety and making a positive difference in the community

If this sounds like the right fit for you, take the plunge and apply today

For more information and to view the position description, please visit our website at www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au. For enquiries about this position, please contact Aaron Alexander, Community Programs Team Leader on [email protected].

Applications close at 3pm on Monday, 10 August 2026.

Rural City of Wangaratta is a child safe and equal opportunity employer.  Employment applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged.  In addition, applications for positions that work with children must provide referees who can comment on their experience working with children.  These roles also require a valid Working with Children Check and all roles require a National Criminal History Check. 

When submitting your application, you will need to include:

• Your current contact details;
• A cover letter to your application. This document is an introduction to your application and will generally include an outline as to why you have applied for the role;
• A current resume with a minimum of two current referees;