Aquamoves Shepparton introduces two-day Swim Instructor Course

Greater Shepparton City Council is encouraging locals to consider a career in swim teaching, with its Aquamoves facility offering a fast-tracked opportunity to become a qualified Swim Instructor through a two-day AUSTSWIM course this June.

Being held on 7th and 8th June, the initiative - which provides a fast-tracked learning pathway - aims to address the regional shortage of swim instructors, with the Council advising that it “is ideal for parents, students and anyone seeking flexible, meaningful work”.

The program offers hands-on paid shadow hours, helping new instructors build confidence and gain real-world experience alongside experienced staff.

Once certified, course participants will be eligible to apply for a Cadet Swim Instructor role at Aquamoves, with job applications open from today (30th May) and closing Sunday 15th June 2025.

To support new instructors as they transition into the workforce, Aquamoves is offering paid shadow hours as part of the Cadet program. This hands-on experience allows successful applicants to build confidence in the water while learning from experienced instructors in a real-world setting.

Advising that the initiative responds to a critical need for more swim instructors in the region,

Aquamoves Centre Manager, Liliana Angeles “this initiative opens the door for people who might never have considered this career path.

"With just two days of training, followed by paid in-pool experience and ongoing support, we are creating a clear, supported pathway into a role that genuinely changes lives in our community."

The region, like many across Victoria, has experienced a shortage of qualified instructors - limiting the availability of Learn to Swim programs for local families. By creating a direct and supported pathway into the role, Aquamoves aims to remove common barriers to entry such as cost, experience, and uncertainty around how to get started.

Aquamoves Program and Education Coordinator, Michelle Quast, said the program is designed to reduce barriers and provide real support from day one, adding “we know there are people in our community who would make incredible swim teachers, but they've never known where to start.

"This course is a simple, supported entry point. You train for two days, apply for a role, and if successful, you step straight into a paid cadetship where you can build your skills on the job with guidance from our experienced team."

Swim instructors play a vital role in helping children build essential water safety skills that stay with them for life. The opportunity is ideal for parents, university students, and anyone seeking flexible work that fits around school hours or other commitments. Applicants will need to hold a current Working with Children Check and CPR accreditation at the time of applying for the Cadet Swim Instructor role.

Course enrolments close at midnight on Friday 6th June 2025.

Once certified, job applications can be submitted via Council's employment webpage.

Click here to register for the course. 

Images courtesy of Aquamoves.