Join the Swim Plus Team!
Ready to love your job?
We’re on the lookout for passionate swim instructors to join our teams at Norwood, Findon and Mt Barker. If you want a job that’s fun, rewarding and backed by a team known for outstanding customer service - this is it!
For over 25 years, families have trusted us to teach life-saving skills in a positive, high-quality learning environment - and it’s our people who make that happen.
We don’t just offer a job. We offer a pathway to a successful future. Whether you’re starting out or ready to take the next step, we’ll help you build lifelong skills, confidence and a career you’ll be proud of.
Think you’ve got what it takes?
Let’s dive in - your dream job starts here.
DESIRABLE QUALITIES
At Swim Plus, we value team members who bring positive energy, a strong work ethic, and a great attitude. Here are the key qualities that make someone a great fit for our crew:
Communication
- You're a team player who knows when to lead and when to follow
- Friendly, polite, and always up for a good laugh
- Clear, confident communicator — both spoken and written
- Passionate about delivering top-tier customer service
Organisation
- You bring energy and enthusiasm to everything you do
- Highly organised with a sharp eye for detail
- Excellent at managing your time and juggling tasks like a pro
Supervision & Teamwork
- Confident supervising and training others in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Comfortable working independently or as part of a tight-knit team
- Open to feedback, personal growth, and self-development
Initiative
- Reliable, responsible, and proactive
- Adaptable — you embrace change with a positive attitude
- Creative thinker who’s always looking for ways to improve and innovate
FLEXIBLE HOURS AND OPPORTUNITIES TO GROW
At Swim Plus, we get it — life is all about balance. Whether you're juggling school, university, family, or just making time for yourself, we know that everyone’s schedule and goals are different.
That’s why we offer flexible work options to suit your lifestyle. Whether you're after a single 3-hour shift to earn some extra spending money, or you're ready to take on 25–30 hours a week to support your household, there’s a place for you here.
And it’s not just about teaching in the pool! From Customer Service and Café Team roles, to Competitive Swim Coaching, Cleaning, and Facility Maintenance, the opportunities at Swim Plus go far beyond the water.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATION(S)
To work at Swim Plus, you will need the following qualifications:
- Swimming Instructor’s Qualification (AustSwim Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety OR Active Training Swimming Instructor OR equivalent)
- Current Working With Children Check
- CPR Certificate
- Respond to Abuse & Neglect 2 hour online training
Customer Service Officer's will also need a Current Provide First Aid Certificate.
If you do not have these qualifications but wish to start with us, please see below the application for guides on how to acquire the required qualifications.
Which qualifications do I need?
To work at Swim Plus in various roles, you will need the following qualifications:
Swimming Instructor & Coaching:
- Austswim / Active Training or equivalent
- CPR Certificate
- Working with Children Check
- Respond to Abuse & Neglect 2 hour online training
Customer Service Officer:
- CPR Certificate
- Provide First Aid
- Working with Children Check
- Respond to Abuse & Neglect 2 hour online training
Cafe/Maintenance:
- CPR Certificate
- Working with Children Check
- Respond to Abuse & Neglect 2 hour online training
Austswim / Active Training Qualification
Austswim Courses:
https://austswim.com.au/course-detail/teacher-of-swimming-and-water-safety-tsw-public
Select 'Dates & Locations' and filter to SA to see the upcoming Austswim courses (Usually twice a month)
Active Training Courses:
https://www.activetraining.net.au/aquatics/swimming-and-water-safety-instructor
Click the register button, and fill out the details to register for the next available course.
CPR and Provide First Aid Certification
This can be done with any provider by googling CPR Certificate, but we primarily use St John. Please see their available courses below:
Working with Children Check
If you do not have a valid Working with Children Check, please follow the link below to begin the process:
https://www.dcsiscreening.sa.gov.au/SCRequestApplicationIndividual
Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care
If you do not have Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care Certification, please follow the link below to create an account and complete the course:
https://www.plink.sa.edu.au/ilp/pages/login.jsf?faces-redirect=true
It will take approx. 30 minutes and is free.