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Are you seeking an opportunity to LOVE WORK, LIVE LEISURE, all whilst INSPIRING COMMUNITY ACTIVITY?
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There are many benefits of working for BlueFit which include flexibility around study, family and leisure commitments. And if that isn’t enough, as a team member you get free facility access, discounted learn-to-swim lessons, along with many other professional development and training opportunities.
If you have a passion for helping others, enjoy working with children and have a welcoming and inclusive nature then we think you’d make a great Swim Instructor. Our team is filled with friendly and vibrant personalities, and our programs run year-round across multiple BlueFit locations.
Whether you have previous experience or a willingness to learn, the BlueFit Swim Instructor Program will support you through the process of becoming a qualified swim instructor, including the opportunity to gain hands-on experience at your local BlueFit facility.
The program will include the following (subject to the terms and conditions listed below):
- Free Training – Swimming and Water Safety Teacher (SISSS00112) Course
- Work Experience Placement Program (20 hours): To assist bridge the gap between the Swimming and Water Safety Teacher course and employment, participants will be provided a work experience placement at their local BlueFit facility. In this unpaid work experience placement participants will gain important job skills and knowledge that will enhance their chance of employment.
If you have a passion for helping others, enjoy working with children and have a welcoming and inclusive nature then we think you’d make a great Swim Instructor. Our team is filled with friendly and vibrant personalities, and our programs run year-round across multiple BlueFit locations.
Whether you have previous experience or a willingness to learn, the BlueFit Swim Instructor Program will support you through the process of becoming a qualified swim instructor, including the opportunity to gain hands-on experience at your local BlueFit facility.
The program will include the following (subject to the terms and conditions listed below):
- Free Training – Swimming and Water Safety Teacher (SISSS00112) Course
- Work Experience Placement Program (20 hours): To assist bridge the gap between the Swimming and Water Safety Teacher course and employment, participants will be provided a work experience placement at their local BlueFit facility. In this unpaid work experience placement participants will gain important job skills and knowledge that will enhance their chance of employment.
To be considered for the program please read the terms and conditions and frequently asked questions below prior to submitting your application.
See what our participants have to say
“I really appreciate the opportunity and the way you’re recruiting. It definitely changed my life. 😊”
“Becoming a swim teacher is always something I wanted to do and was a perfect casual job in high school.”
Casey L.
“I thought this job is only for people who are perfect at swimming, or had studied at Tafe etc for year, but the advertising Made me feel welcome and the training helped me realise it’s for everyone who is passionate. After starting the training I found myself really loving it, if this program didn’t exist , I’d probably never find out there’s an opportunity I’d really love.”
Josh M.
“I have loved it thus far! I’m very grateful for the opportunity to participate in the program! I love teaching life skills in such a supportive environment after working for many years in an office! Definitely loving it! Thank you for the opportunity to do this, it has been incredible!”
Kim K.
Terms and Conditions
Program Eligibility
- To eligible for the selection in the program the following criteria must be met
- 16 years of age or over.
- Be available to attend an in person information session or online interview.
- Be available to attend the scheduled course date for the Swimming & Water Safety Teacher certificate.
- Be able to swim 25m confidently.
- Participate in the Work Experience Placement Program (20 hours) at your local BlueFit facility for a four week period immediately post the Swimming & Water Safety Teacher course.
- Hold a volunteer Working with Children Check
- Have good communication skills and a passion for teaching people new skills.
- Availability to complete a minimum of 2 swim teacher shifts per week, for a minimum of 6 months, if employment is successfully obtained at the conclusion of the program.
- Please note there is no guarantee of employment at the completion of the program.
Employment Eligibility
- Hold a SISSS0012 – Swimming & Water Safety Teacher Certificate & completed the Work Experience Practical Placement Program.
- Hold a current HLTAID009 – Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation & HLTAID011 Provide First Aid qualification, or a willingness to obtain at your own cost.
- If you are eligible you must obtain a valid employee Working with Children Check in accordance with your state at your own cost.
- Successfully attend and participate in an employment interview post the completion of the program.
- Be available for a minimum of (2) swim teacher shifts per week, for a minimum of 6 months.
- Please note there is no guarantee of employment at the completion of the program.
Free Training
- Free training is only available for the SISSS0012 – Swimming & Water Safety Teacher course delivered by Southern Education
- Work Experience Placement Program (20 hours): This program is to assist bridge the gap between the Swimming and Water Safety Teacher course and employment. Participants will be provided a work experience placement at their local BlueFit facility. In this unpaid work experience placement participants will gain important job skills and knowledge that will enhance their chance of employment.
Privacy
- All information regarding employee eligibility will remain strictly confidential between the applicant and BlueFit.
- Personal information such as full name, email address and mobile will be shared with our training provider Southern Education. Southern Education is a business within the BlueFit Group family.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are no qualification requirements to complete the Swimming and Water Safety Teacher course, but to participate in the Work Experience Practical Placement Program with BlueFit you will require a volunteer Working with Children Check.
To be considered for employment with BlueFit at the completion of the program you will need to hold the following
- A current HLTAID009 – Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate
- A current HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid certificate
- An employment Working with Children Check (If applicable to your age and state find out more here)
Your first aid and CPR qualification can be obtained through Southern Education or any other provider. Please ensure the course code matches the above codes.
You don’t have to have been a competitive or strong swimmer to become a Swim Instructor. You do need to be able to swim 25m, and then the course and the Work Experience Practical Placement Program will give you the practical skills and resources to teach children to swim. We have had so many previous applicants share that they didn’t think becoming a Swim Instructor was for them as they weren’t a strong swimmer or haven’t swam competitively, but now they are qualified and teaching in our program.
While you won’t be eligible for selection in the program BlueFit will still provide you with the opportunity to complete an upcoming Swimming and Water Safety Teacher Course with Southern Education free of charge. Please still register your interest via the apply now form.
The majority of our swim school locations are conducted indoors in heated pools.
As this is a program with a set start and finish date, if you can’t attend the course date you won’t be eligible to participate in the program or be eligible for the bonus. BlueFit will still provide you with the opportunity to complete an upcoming Swimming and Water Safety Teacher Course with Southern Education free of charge.
You will still remain employed and can commence work when you are available (as long as it is within four weeks).
If you are unsuccessful in obtaining employment at the end of the program, but obtained your Swimming and Water Safety Certificate and completed the Work Experience Practical Placement Program at your local BlueFit Facility you will be placed within our talent pool for consideration for any roles that become available in the future.
Yes, you will need to hold a current CPR, First Aid and if eligible and an employee Working with Children check before you can teach a class.