Senior Baby & Toddler Swim Instructor — Diocesan School for Girls, Epsom
Share your love of the water with our youngest swimmers — and help grow the next generation of instructors.
Diocesan School for Girls is looking for an experienced swim instructor to lead our baby and toddler programme. This is a senior role for someone who runs a calm, structured class, knows how to bring parents into the learning, and is ready to mentor newer instructors throughout the year.
Job Description
Mō te tūranga: About the role
• Teach babies and toddlers aged 3 months – 3 years in our heated onsite pool
• Deliver structured classes with clear objectives, skill progression, and a strong water safety focus
• Engage both child and parent in every lesson
• Train and support new instructors as part of this senior position
Ngā hāora: Hours
• Saturday mornings 7:30am – 12:30pm (core hours)
• Optional Monday & Wednesday mornings 8:30am – 11am
• Additional afternoon preschool and school-age classes available Monday – Thursday and Saturday mornings if you'd like more hours
Desired Skills and Experience
Ngā pūkenga me whai: We're looking for someone with
• Solid experience teaching swim classes for babies and toddlers (3 months – 3 years)
• A structured teaching approach with a clear focus on progression and water safety
• Genuine warmth and the ability to engage both child and parent
• Leadership experience or a willingness to mentor newer instructors
• Relevant swim teaching qualifications and a current first aid certificate Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
• Competitive hourly rate
• A beautiful, well-maintained onsite pool and supportive aquatics team
• Flexibility to pick up additional class times if wanted
• Free covered parking when available Me pēhea te tono | How to apply
Please apply online via our website: www.diocesan.school.nz/employment-opportunities by 5.00pm Friday 10th July 2026. If you have questions about the role, please contact Katie Ratcliffe at kratcliffe@diocesan.school.nz
