Learn 2 Swim Instructor
Our Learn 2 Swim Instructors are inspiring teachers who create a fun learning environment for all.
The District
Timaru District is a thriving and innovative community. It is the central hub for the South Island, servicing a large agricultural heartland, with a growing economy that provides the import and export gateway for primary sectors. We boast a Top 10 most loved beach in New Zealand and have access to mountains, rivers and lakes, making Timaru an ideal destination for recreational, sporting and cultural pursuits.
Let’s not forget about that 7 minute commute to work!
The Organisation
The Timaru District Council aims to enable democratic local decision-making and action by, and on behalf of communities, to promote the social, economic, environmental, and cultural well-being of its communities in the present and for the future. With around 400 staff, there are a diverse range of roles from front-facing community to support and technical specialists.
The Role
It’s no secret that our community loves to swim. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our awesome team of instructors and deliver CBay’s quality swim programme.
If you have a passion for helping our future generation develop essential life skills, we want to hear from you!
Our Learn 2 Swim Instructors are inspiring teachers who create a fun learning environment for all. Your knack for engaging with all ages, abilities and needs while delivering amazing customer service is essential.
We have a part-time position available offering a minimum of 10 hours per week, with the possibility of more hours. We are looking for an individual with a flexible workstyle available to work throughout the weekdays and on Saturday mornings.
Previous experience is not essential, but a love for the water and working with children (including babies and preschoolers) is a must - full training will be provided to the successful candidates.
Check out a copy of the position description here. For further information, please email us at jobs@timdc.govt.nz. The hourly rate for this positions is $23.65 per hour.
You must have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this job. We will be reviewing applications as we go so if you are keen get your application in through our careers website www.timaru.govt.nz/jobs.
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- Department
- Recreation Facilities
- Role
- Learn to Swim Instructor
- Locations
- Caroline Bay Trust Aoraki Centre
Colleagues
Caroline Bay Trust Aoraki Centre
Employee Benefits
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Flexible Working Hours
We do our best to assist our employees to have a good work/life balance. We are open to flexible working conditions to make the role work for you and your lifestyle. -
Social Club
We have an active social club that engages in a variety of social events including monthly after-work socialising, themed mid year and end of year functions, sporting activities and family orientated functions. -
Flu Vaccinations
We want our employees to remain as fit and healthy as possible. We offer free flu vaccines to all staff each year (both flu jabs and oral tablets are offered). -
Regular Eye Checks
Vision checks are conducted for employees using Visual Display Units. -
Medical Insurance
All employees are eligible for discounted health insurance through Southern Cross. -
Employee Assistance Programme
A confidential and professional Employee Assistance Programme is available to all employees to assist with counselling, support, development and advice. -
Work Sports Teams
We have work sports teams for those who like to get out and exercise including Touch, Cricket and Croquet. -
Ergonomic Work Station Assessment
We encourage and support all of our employees to have a healthy work space and offer assessments to all staff wherever they work and whatever role they do. -
Wellbeing Committee (COSI)
Our COSI Committee strives to look after the wellbeing of the people of Timaru District Council. The committee's core values are: Customer Focus (internal and external), One Team, Successful, Integrity. The COSI Committee arrange many varying events including employee awards, morning tea quizzes, fundraising events/days, individual and interdepartmental competitions (eg. baking, gardening, Christmas decorating, moustache growing) , dress up days - all of which get excellent support and engagement from our people. The work of our committed committee members helps our employees to have fun, be happy, positive, creative, healthy and build stronger working relationships. -
Staff Discounts
We have some retailers/suppliers who offer discounts to Timaru District Council employees on varying products, services and bank lending rates and offer staff an N3 Employee Discount Card.
What the Timaru District Council can offer you:
- A forward-looking, friendly workplace that is respected in the industry.
- Hands on experience on large scale projects.
- An attractive and affordable lifestyle in one of the most stunning parts of the country.
- Real career progression and a real opportunity to make a difference to the community.
- A supportive and encouraging team environment.
Learn 2 Swim Instructor
Our Learn 2 Swim Instructors are inspiring teachers who create a fun learning environment for all.
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