Programs Officer Swim School

City of Canning • Full-time • Perth, Western Australia, Australia • A$ 77,540 - A$ 79,842 / year • 1w ago

Programs Officer Swim School

Join one of Perth’s largest and most respected swim schools

Nearly 5,000 students. 150 staff. Two Centres. Multi award winning service.

About the role

We are seeking a new Programs Officer to join our established and well supported Swim School team. You will be part of a strong leadership structure made up of a Team Leader, two full time Programs Officers and two part time Programs Officers. This role fills the vacancy of one of our full-time positions.

You will work alongside a team that genuinely enjoys what they do, supported by experienced Senior Teachers and a large group of enthusiastic Swimming Teachers, all committed to delivering high quality swimming lessons across both Leisureplexes.

If you enjoy problem solving, collaborating with others, and shaping great customer experiences, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

A snapshot of the role

The Programs Officer Swim School supports the smooth and effective operation of our perpetual Swim School program. You will work closely with the Team Leader Swim School, other Programs Officers, Senior Teachers, and teaching staff to deliver safe, engaging and progression focused programs.

Coordinating enrolments and timetables for programs including babies, preschool, school age, teen, adult, CALD, special needs and lifesaving
Creating rosters and adjusting schedules based on demand, teacher availability and pool resources
Supporting staff recruitment, induction, mentoring and performance
Providing friendly, respectful and solution focused customer service
Assisting with newsletters, marketing materials, website updates and promotional activities
Contributing to continuous improvement and program development
Working collaboratively with your fellow Programs Officers to ensure seamless service across both centres

Why you will love working at the City!

At the City of Canning, our vision is to be a welcoming and thriving City. Our team works hard to bring this vision to life every day.

Free access to both Cannington and Riverton Leisureplex facilities including gym, pool and group fitness
A supportive, inclusive and positive team culture
Leaders who genuinely invest in staff development and career growth
Working within a large, established and successful Swim School that values respect, teamwork and inclusion

Why apply for this role?

Competitive Salary: $77,540.00 - $ 79,842.18 per annum + superannuation
Monthly rostered day off (19-day month) or ability to access a 9-day fortnight
Annual Leave Loading: 17.5% leave loading when you take your well-deserved break
Super contribution matching to help you save for you future
Health & Wellness Perks: Discounted health insurance, free gym membership, flu vaccinations, and free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
Community Impact: Play a vital role in making our community thrive

What you will bring

Essential

Minimum 5 years swimming and water safety teaching experience
Strong understanding of aquatic program structures and student progression
Experience in program planning, scheduling and template creation
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Strong organisational and time management abilities
Experience supervising or supporting staff
Ability to work across both Leisureplex locations as required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Current Swim Teaching qualification, Working with Children Check, CPR, Driver’s Licence and National Police Clearance (less than 6 months old)

Desirable:

Experience with Envibe
Provide First Aid
Additional aquatic teaching qualifications such as Infant and Preschool Aquatics, Teacher of Adults, Access and Inclusion, Competitive Strokes or Assessor
RLSS Aquatic Trainer Accreditation

Impact the Community in a Big Way

The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference! With a population of over 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.

Ready to Dive In? We welcome you to apply!

Click APPLY to complete the application and submit your Resume and Cover Letter (PDF format preferred). You may also contact Jordi Sullivan on 0438 295 474 for a confidential discussion. Visit our website www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs for more information about the role.

Applications are open until 5.00pm, Friday 20 March 2026. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.

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