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Become a swimming instructor - training and employment opportunities

The Department of Education (the Department) has launched an initiative to attract passionate and aspiring Year Twelve students, who are at least 17 years of age, that are interested in teaching young children vital swimming and water safety skills. 

Directly funded by the Department, eligible participants can obtain an accredited swimming teacher qualification and CPR qualification to work with the Department swimming programs.

So why would I become a swimming instructor? 

Teaching swimming with the Department provides access to great opportunities and employee benefits including: 

• a competitive salary; 
• great hours; 
• friendly, supportive teams; 
• leadership opportunities; and 
• work at over 180 locations across WA. 

What would I need to do? 

• Attend one-day face-to-face course at a metropolitan based venue. 
• Complete up to 30 hours of self-paced on-line learning. 
• Participate in industry training – completed in a Department of Education specially designed training hub under the guidance of a Trainer. Ongoing support and mentoring will be provided to all trainees. 
• Register for employment with the Department of Education swimming programs

What do I get? 

On successful completion, participants will be accredited with a swimming instructor and a CPR qualification and be supported in the transition to a Department employee.

Register now!

To register for a course click here.