THE ROLE

The Purruna Spencer Newton Centre is seeking an Aqua Fitness Instructor, to join their wellbeing learning hub with indoor aquatics, reformer and stadium facilities located at Scotch College.

As an Aqua Fitness Instructor, you will be required to conduct safe, appropriate and stimulating group fitness classes within format / training guidelines. The Instructor is relied upon to motivate, educate and enhance each participants experience. Through developing a rapport with participants, the Aqua Fitness Instructor fosters a commitment to their improved health and wellbeing.

ABOUT THE Y

YMCA South Australia is a not-for-profit community organisation that has served the South Australian community for more than 170 years. With 1000 employees (and growing), we deliver programs and services across the state in settings including community recreation centres, swimming pools, health and fitness facilities, community centres, camps, early education and schools and youth services.

Our aim is to develop the whole person, helping all South Australians connect with a better life. Not only their physical fitness and capabilities, but also their sense of identity, purpose, hope and dignity; psychological health; resilience; social connectedness; lifelong learning; and their own contribution back into the community. All the elements that together constitute a full, healthy, productive and satisfying life.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Along with the minimum role qualifications, successful candidates will also have, or be willing to obtain:

• WETS Aqua Fitness Instructor Certification or equivalent
• HLTAID009 Perform CPR
• Proven capability to build strong and positive relationships with key stakeholders

To view the position descriptions for this role, please visit our website at https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/get-involved/careers/find-a-job.

THE BENEFITS

• The opportunity to join a purpose driven not-for-profit organisation
• Free access to YMCA South Australia’s recreation facilities
• A culture of empowerment and growth with ongoing opportunities for career development
• A supportive team of passionate and professional individuals.

LIKE TO KNOW MORE?

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Angie Ashri on (08) 8273 1533.

HOW TO APPLY

Does this sound like you? Please submit your resume and cover letter to Angie Ashri at [email protected].

You must address the key selection criteria in your application.

Applications close 26 March 2025.

Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened to make sure that the right people are in the right roles. This includes:

• National Police Check (issued in the last 6 months)
• DHS Working With Children Check
• International Criminal History Record Check (if worked overseas in the last 5 years)

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy:

https://www.sa.ymca.org.au/who-we-are/safeguarding-children

YMCA South Australia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people and other vulnerable people.