Casual - Learn to Swim Instructors

About this Opportunity  

Are you passionate about helping people build confidence in the water while developing valuable lifelong skills? We're seeking enthusiastic and motivated Casual Learn to Swim Instructors to join the UQ Sport Aquatics team. 

In this rewarding role, you'll deliver engaging and structured swimming lessons that help participants develop water confidence, safety awareness and swimming capability in a fun, inclusive environment. With lessons running across weekdays, evenings and weekends, this casual opportunity offers flexibility for those looking to fit work around study, family commitments, sporting pursuits or other interests. 

 Key responsibilities will include:  

• Deliver safe, engaging and structured learn-to-swim lessons for participants of varying ages and abilities.  

• Teach water safety skills and promote confidence in and around the water.  

• Create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every participant feels supported to succeed.  

• Assist with pool set-up and pack-down to ensure lessons run smoothly.  

• Maintain high standards of safety, supervision and program delivery.  

• Build positive relationships with participants, families and fellow team members to deliver an exceptional experience. 

About You  

You are an energetic and reliable individual who enjoys working with people and helping others achieve their goals. You bring a strong commitment to safety, excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for creating positive experiences in and around the water. 

To be successful in this role, you will have: 

• A current Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety qualification.  

• Current CPR certification.  

• A valid Blue Card (Working with Children Check) or the ability to obtain one.  

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. 

• A customer-focused mindset and commitment to delivering high-quality programs. 

• Availability to work a combination of weekday, evening and/or weekend shifts.  

• A passion for promoting water safety and helping people develop confidence and lifelong skills in the water. 

About UQ Sport  

At UQ Sport, our vision is to be Australia’s number one sporting university, and our mission is to deliver exceptional sporting opportunities for The University of Queensland (UQ) community.  

We are Queensland’s largest multi-sport facility, offering Athletics, Aquatic, Tennis and Fitness Centres, along with playing fields, multi-sport courts, function spaces and retail outlets. Our membership base exceeds 4,000, with more than 7,000 participants engaged across 35+ sporting clubs.  

We believe work should be engaging and rewarding. Our team is passionate about fostering a positive culture that supports work-life balance, health and wellbeing, and personal and professional growth.  

As a not-for-profit organisation, we deliver almost 400 diverse programs to students, staff, alumni and the wider community across UQ’s St Lucia and Gatton campuses.  

Work Perks  

• Team Culture: A vibrant, collaborative environment where teamwork thrives 

• Work Around Your Lifestyle: Casual opportunities that can complement study, family commitments and other pursuits. 

• Access All Areas: Complimentary access to UQ Sport venues and equipment hire  

• Fit for Free: Enjoy complimentary Group Fitness classes  

• Food & Coffee Perks: $2 coffees and great discounts across outlets  

• Make an Impact: Help participants develop confidence, water safety awareness and lifelong swimming skills. 

Interested?  

Come and join the UQ Sport team today! Apply with your CV and a one-page cover letter today addressing the ‘About You’ criteria.  

Other Information  

UQ Sport is an equal employment opportunity provider. We pride ourselves on our inclusive and diverse workforce. We believe that embracing the differences and expertise in our employees makes us a stronger organisation.   

We are committed to providing a fun, safe and supportive service environment for all our customers and clients, including children and young people. For this reason, please be advised that as part of our recruitment process you may be subject to criminal background checks, blue card screening, reference checks, and identification/qualification verification. We may request that you disclose any information relevant to your eligibility to engage in our programs involving children and young people.  

Applications close 15th September 2026. To ensure all applicants receive fair and equitable consideration, applications must be submitted through the official application portal, as we are unable to accept applications via email.

This recruitment campaign is being used to fill a number of casual opportunities across our team. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible, as we'll be reviewing applications throughout the advertising period and progressing suitable candidates as they are identified. To help us manage a high level of interest, applications may close earlier than advertised closure date.