Team Leader - Swim School

Permanent Full-Time 

We live in a country surrounded by water, the majority of our population live in close proximity to it and for many it's our playground whether we're swimming, boating, fishing or involved in some other water sport. Swimming is a vital life skill and one that someday may mean the difference between life and death. Do you want to make a difference?

Our friendly Aquatic Services team are seeking a Team Leader - Swim School.

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Ensure the effective and efficient delivery of the ILT Learn to Swim Programme and the Splash Palace Learn to Swim Programme.
• Ensure the quality of the learn to swim programme for all levels of the community (infants to adults) meets industry best practice.
• Ensure all Swim Teachers hold Swim Safe certificates and are working towards gaining an NZ Certificate in Aquatics (Swim and Water Safety Teacher) (level 3) and hold a current NZ First Aid Certificate.
• Prepare ILT School learn to swim annual forecast and actual participation spreadsheets for funding applications and accountability processes.
• Lead, coach and motivate team members.

What you will bring:

• NZ Swim Safe Certificate
• NZ Swim Teachers Certificate
• Current First Aid Certificate
• 3+ years demonstrated experience in learn to swim teaching across all age groups and skill levels or team leadership
• A demonstrated ability to relate to people across all age ranges with excellent communication skills

What we offer:

• Career progression and training/development opportunities
• Positive focus of employee health and well-being: Workstation assessments, free flu vaccines, EAP services, 50% off eye exams, discounted gym memberships etc
• Kiwisaver and Superannuation Schemes
• Access to sick leave from day one of employment
• Appointment time leave: Up to 2 hours for important appointments eg. Doctor, bank, dentist

Waihōpai Invercargill is New Zealand's southernmost city and the heart and hub of Southland. We're known for our lush green spaces, like award-winning Queens Park, our long summer daylight hours and our local legend Burt Munro. Our city has character, charm and a laidback atmosphere. There's outstanding nature reserves, Ōreti Beach & the Waihōpai River to explore plus our lively restaurants complimented by a thriving entertainment and arts scene are hard to beat! The sensible gridded layout featuring wide streets ensures a convenient 10-minute drive to work. Who wouldn't want to call this place home!

The Invercargill City Council is committed to the wellbeing and protection of children, the elderly and vulnerable adults. As a component of this role involves interaction with one or more of the above groups, as part of the assessment of candidates, we will require Police Vetting as per the Children's Act 2014 and a Pre-employment Alcohol and Drug Screening test to ensure we are providing a safe environment for our customers and members of the public.

For more information please see the full position description or contact the Invercargill City Council on (03) 211 1777. Apply online at Jobs - Invercargill City Council

Applications close 31 October 2025. Please note applications will be processed as they are received and we encourage you to apply early as this advert may be removed at any time.

Successful applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in New Zealand. While all applications will be reviewed, first priority will be given to those applicants who are currently residing in New Zealand.

To apply for this job go to: https://icc.recruitmenthub.co.nz/Vacancies https://www.icc.govt.nz/council/jobs

Reference code 6821873. 

Applications close 31 October 2025