Learn to Swim Team Leader | Moana-Nui-a-Kiwa (Mangere)

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

Moana-Nui-a-Kiwa Pool & Leisure Centre is offering a permanent opportunity for a passionate and experienced Learn to Swim Team Leader to join our vibrant aquatics team.

This role is central to delivering high-quality swim education and ensuring our programmes are safe, inclusive, and enjoyable for all participants.

As Team Leader, you’ll be actively involved in:

• Leading and mentoring a team of swim instructors
• Overseeing programming and lesson quality
• Supporting day-to-day operations, including teaching when needed
• Managing customer service and resolving issues on-site
• Collaborating with internal teams to deliver community-focused initiatives

You’ll also play a key role in health and safety leadership, staff development, and ensuring compliance with sector standards and Auckland Council policies.

Full job Description: Here

He kōrero mōu: About you

You’re a confident leader with a strong background in swim instruction and a genuine passion for community wellbeing. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to creating positive experiences for both your team and our customers.

You will be successful in this role if you have:

• A recognised swim teaching qualification (e.g. AUSTSWIM Licence)
• At least 2 years of experience teaching swimming across various age groups
• A current First Aid certificate
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Cultural competency and a willingness to engage with te ao Māori and diverse communities

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

You’ll be joining an enthusiastic and high-performing team who are dedicated to helping get "More Aucklanders, more active, more often!" You’ll have access to a range of fantastic Auckland Council benefits, including an annual zoo pass and partnership discounts. As a Leisure Centre employee, you will enjoy free use of the facilities. 

This is an on-site position. You will be working 40 hours per week, rostered over 7 days.

The Swim School is a seven-day-per-week operation, while you will predominantly be working from Sunday to Thursday, flexibility and commitment to working weekdays, weekends and rostered hours are paramount.

Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini - My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.

Application closes: Tuesday 5th August 2025 at 23:59

Pay rate: starting $76K+
Our employer KiwiSaver contribution is in addition to the base salary offered.

This position is deemed a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment drug testing.

Auckland Council is committed to the protection and wellbeing of children.  This role is classified as a Children's Worker role under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014. As such applicants will be required to undergo police vetting prior to commencing employment. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory police check.

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.