[ref. g0595021] Swim Teacher
- Location: Timaru
- Employment Type: Part-time
- Industry: Sports & Recreation / Early Childhood Education
- Hours of work: Monday – Friday 9am – 1pm. School holidays off
Help Young Kiwis Build Confidence in the Water — One Splash at a Time!
Are you passionate about teaching water safety to our youngest learners? We’re recruiting a Swim Teacher to work with a local swim school based in Timaru. If you love working with babies, toddlers, and preschool-aged children — and know how to make learning fun and safe — this is your chance to make a difference!
About the Role
You’ll be responsible for leading fun, engaging, and safe swim lessons for children aged 3 months to 5 years, helping build water confidence and foundational swimming skills through age-appropriate activities.
Key Responsibilities- Deliver hands-on structured and play-based swimming lessons for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers
- Provide a nurturing, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for both children and caregivers
- Foster water confidence and safety awareness through movement, games, and guided activities
- Communicate effectively with parents/caregivers regarding progress and participation
- Follow lesson plans aligned with the swim school’s programmes
- Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children at all times in and around the pool
No Qualification Required – Just the Right Attitude!
We welcome applications from anyone with the right personality, energy, and love for working with young children. You'll receive on-the-job training and support from experienced instructors and managers.
Ideal Skills & Attributes- A natural with babies and toddlers — calm, kind, and patient
- Confident and enthusiastic communicator
- Reliable and safety-focused
- Physically comfortable in the water
- Happy to engage with parents/caregivers
- Training provided – No prior swim teaching experience needed
- Work at friendly, family-focused swim school
- Supportive team culture with room to grow
- A rewarding role where you’ll make a real difference in children's lives
Apply today for this great opportunity!
Must pass drug test and police vetting checks.