Casual Swim School Instructor (Permanent, Casual)


Town of Port Hedland

Location: South Hedland
Work type: Other
Closing date: Sun, 02/02/2025 - 23:30

The Role

Are you looking for a role that offers real flexibility, a competitive hourly rate, great career opportunities, while driving a positive impact on our community? Look no further!  The Town of Port Hedland is looking for Casual Swim School Instructor to join our Leisure Team in 2025.  As Swim School Instructor you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in our community as you teach children from 6 months of age to adults key life skills that can be applied to any aquatic environment, especially living within the Pilbara Region.

To be successful in this position you will need to have completed the Austswim Certificate or equivalent Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety as well as hold CPR Certification.  Information on these courses can be found by following this link, through the Royal Life Saving WA Website or by reaching out to the Aquatics team on (08) 9158 9772.

Employee Benefits
In addition to the salary our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include:  

  • Competitive casual rate
  • On the job training provided
  • Professional development and career opportunities
  • Flexible working hours
  • Work in a friendly and supportive team

Selection criteria

Work Related Requirements

The preferred applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol assessment to be considered for the role, as well as possess:

  • National Police Clearance
  • Current 'C' class driver's license
  • Rights to work in Australia
  • Ability to obtain a Working with Children Check Card

Equality Statement

The Town of Port Hedland is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people living with disabilities.

Application instructions

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply online.  If you are unable to apply online, please forward your application documents to Human Resources, Attention "Confidential Advertised Vacancy" by: Post: PO Box 41, Port Hedland WA 6721 or Hand: Civic Centre, McGregor Street, Port Hedland WA 6721.


Applicants are advised to write a cover letter of no more than two (2) pages outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience will contribute to their success in this position. Applicants who do not attach a cover letter may not be considered in the first round of shortlisting. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their application is received in full prior to the closing date and time.


Suitable applicants may be considered for appointment to similar vacancies during the six-month period following the conclusion of this recruitment process.  For further information about this position please contact the Talent Team by emailing recruitment@porthedland.wa.gov.au
The Town reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the closing date.  Applications close 11.30pm Sunday 2 February 2025