Dive into a New Career in Aquatic Recreation

Pool Attendants at the Unley Swimming Centre play a key role in supporting a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable environment for all patrons. This position involves actively supervising aquatic areas, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of patrons, and responding appropriately to incidents, including the administration of first aid when required.

Pool Attendants are responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and presentation of pool surrounds and public areas, while adhering to established supervision zones, safety standards, and operational procedures at all times. A strong focus on vigilance, teamwork, and clear communication is essential.

The role operates within a community‑focused environment where professionalism, high‑quality customer service, and adherence to safety, organisational, and legislative requirements are a priority.

Pool Attendant roles at the Unley Swimming Centre require the following qualifications and checks to be held or obtained:

Essential: Current Pool Lifeguard Award Certification Current Apply First Aid Certification Current Department of Human Services (DHS) Working With Children Check Current Reporting Harm, Abuse and Neglect Certification Desirable: Ability to work across multiple areas at the centre Current AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety Certification Group Fitness Certification (e.g. Aquarobics, Yoga, Personal Training) Food handling and safety certification

Interested in becoming a pool attendant but don’t know where to start? The following organisations can help to get you started:

Surf Life Saving South Australia    https://www.surflifesavingsa.com.au

Royal Life Saving South Australia    https://www.royallifesavingsa.com.au

Apply First Aid Courses

St John South Australia    https://www.stjohnsa.com.au

Australian Red Cross    https://firstaid.redcross.org.au 

Swimming Instructors at the Unley Swimming Centre play an important role in delivering high quality aquatic education to children and adults. This position is responsible for teaching water safety principles and swimming techniques, with consideration given to individual ability, skill development, and participant progression.

Instructors are accountable for maintaining order and control within classes, ensuring appropriate behaviour, and creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. A strong focus on safety, clear communication, and effective class management is essential at all times.

The role operates within a community‑focused environment where professionalism, high‑quality customer service, and adherence to safety, organisational, and legislative requirements are a priority.

Swimming Instructor roles at the Unley Swimming Centre require the following qualifications and checks to be held or obtained:

Essential: Current AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety Certification Current Apply First Aid Certification Current Department of Human Services (DHS) Working With Children Check Current Reporting Harm, Abuse and Neglect Certification Desirable: Ability to work across multiple areas at the centre Current Pool Lifeguard Award certification Group Fitness Certification (Aquarobics, Yoga, Personal Training) Food handling and Safety Certification

Interested in becoming a swim instructor but don’t know where to start? The following organisations can help to get you started:

AUSTSWIM    https://austswim.com.au/training

Apply First Aid Courses

St John South Australia    https://www.stjohnsa.com.au

Australian Red Cross    https://firstaid.redcross.org.au 

Aquarobics Group Fitness Instructors at the Unley Swimming Centre play an important role in delivering engaging and professional aquarobics programs to participants of varying ages and abilities. This position involves providing safe, fun, and educational classes that encourage physical activity and support the health and wellbeing of the community.

Instructors are responsible for creating inclusive and motivating class environments, ensuring correct technique, and maintaining participant safety at all times. Clear communication, energy, and effective class management are essential to delivering high‑quality programs.

The role operates within a community‑focused environment where professionalism, high‑quality customer service, and adherence to safety, organisational, and legislative requirements are a priority.

Group Fitness Instructor roles at the Unley Swimming Centre require the following qualifications and checks to be held or obtained:

Essential: Current Group Fitness Certification (Aquarobics) Current Apply First Aid Certification Current Department of Human Services (DHS) Working With Children Check Current Reporting Harm, Abuse and Neglect Certification Desirable: Ability to work across multiple areas at the centre Current Pool Lifeguard Award Certification Additional Group Fitness or Personal Training Certifications Food Handling and Safety Certification

Interested in becoming an Aquarobics Instructor but don’t know where to start? The following organisations can help to get you started:

Active Training    https://www.activetraining.net.au/fitness/aquatic-fitness-instructor-certificate

Apply First Aid Courses

St John South Australia    https://www.stjohnsa.com.au

Australian Red Cross    https://firstaid.redcross.org.au 

Yoga Group Fitness Instructors at the Unley Swimming Centre play an important role in delivering professional and engaging yoga programs to participants across a range of ages and abilities. This position involves providing safe, enjoyable, and educational classes that support physical wellbeing, mindfulness, and overall community health.

Instructors are responsible for creating calm, inclusive, and supportive class environments, ensuring appropriate technique and safe practice, and responding to the needs of participants with professionalism and care. Strong communication skills and a participant‑focused approach are essential.

The role operates within a community‑focused environment where professionalism, high‑quality customer service, and adherence to safety, organisational, and legislative requirements are a priority.

Yoga Instructor roles at the Unley Swimming Centre require the following qualifications and checks to be held or obtained:

Essential:  Current Yoga Instructor Certification (appropriate to class delivery) Current Apply First Aid Certification Current Department of Human Services (DHS) Working With Children Check Current Reporting Harm, Abuse and Neglect Certification Desirable: Ability to work across multiple areas of the Centre Additional Group Fitness or Wellness-based Certifications Current Pool Lifeguard Award Certification Food Handling and Safety Certification

Interested in becoming a Yoga instructor but don’t know where to start? The following organisations can help to get you started:

Yoga Australia    https://www.yogaaustralia.org.au/

Apply First Aid Courses

St John South Australia    https://www.stjohnsa.com.au

Australian Red Cross    https://firstaid.redcross.org.au