THE ROLE

Thebarton Aquatic Centre, proudly owned by the Department for Education and managed by YMCA South Australia, is a hub for learning, community engagement, and recreation. With a strong commitment to educational outcomes, swimming lessons, and community sporting initiatives, we are seeking passionate individuals to join our team as a YMCA Swim Teacher.

As a YMCA Swim Teacher, you will play a key role in the success of our Swimming Lessons Program, ensuring participants of all ages and abilities receive top-quality, safe, and engaging instruction. You will foster a supportive and encouraging learning environment in your classes and work collaboratively within a dedicated team.

We are looking for Swim Teachers who are committed to delivering professional, high-quality swimming lessons in line with our philosophies, and whom are passionate about creating a positive and educational experience for all participants.

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 approximately 1,000 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.

Our vision is to see “lives enriched through wellbeing” in this wider, and more integrated, sense across all of the South Australian communities in which we work.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Successful candidates will also have or be willing to obtain:

AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety or Swim Australia Teacher accreditation or equivalent.

SISCAQU027 Teacher of Infant & Preschool Aquatics

HLTAID009 Perform CPR or equivalent.

RRHAN-EC Masterclass – Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education & Care.

Our ideal candidate would be able to work Monday-Friday mornings and weekends.

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 leading provider of recreation, community, and children’s services.

Free access to YMCA SA managed recreation centres (pools, gyms, courts) and for immediate family when visiting together*

Enjoy 20% off discounts - programs, classes, café food, merch, and OSHC/Vacation Care services*

Access to free flu vaccinations and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

A culture of empowerment and growth with ongoing opportunities for learning and career/skill development.

Join a passionate team of professional individuals that work to inspire the community.

*Terms and Conditions apply

LIKE TO KNOW MORE?

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Lucy Ligertwood on 8200 2531 or at [email protected].

HOW TO APPLY

Does this sound like you? Please submit your resume and cover letter via Apply Now!

You must address the key selection criteria in your application.

Applications close 8th August 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.