Aquatic Programs Instructor

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Orange, New South Wales

Hourly Rate: $38.37 - $41.82 (plus superannuation).

View the full Position Description by clicking HERE (this link will work on Council's website).

Orange City Council is committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community. With around 800 employees, we take pride in being both part of and for the Orange community. Our aim is to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.

A purpose built facility completed in 2012, the Aquatic Centre boasts many features including heated indoor and outdoor pools and diving facilities, as well as beach volleyball and basketball courts and a kiosk and Café area. Open all year round, with aqua aerobics, water polo and a large swim school on site, the Orange Aquatic Centre is a fantastic facility which stands out as an excellent environment to learn and enjoy one of life’s most important skills.

We have a diverse LTS program and can accommodate school hours, weekend and/or after school hours.

• Plan and execute appropriate learn to swim lessons which work within the structure of the program timetable and can be delivered according to established lesson plans.
• Organise, set‑up and pack up equipment needed for lessons, ensuring it is used appropriately and advise the Aquatic Programs Coordinator or Aquatic Centre Coordinator of any faulty equipment.
• Manage the behaviour of learn to swim students, ensuring the safety and enjoyment of participants in classes at all times.

• Current Teacher of Water Safety accreditation (Royal Lifesaving NSW or AUSTSWIM).
• Experience in the planning and delivery of a range of learn to swim programmes.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) including the ability to interact with the general public and communicate effectively with a variety of students.
• Current Provide CPR certificate.

To be successful in this role you will need a satisfactory criminal background check and a Working With Children Check (please ensure that your current Working With Children Check number is listed on your resume).

To apply, please click ‘Apply’. There are screening questions that must be answered to apply for the position. You can also save and return to your job application at any time prior to the closing date.

If you have any queries relating to this role, please contact Aquatic Programs Coordinator, Carissa Garside or Leanne Wiggins on .

Applications close Monday 26 January 2026.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Other

• Government Administration