Learn To Swim Instructor

Learn to Swim InstructorEnquiries:Position number: POS9003Position: Coordinator Aquatic Education and TrainingPhone: 03 6323 3038Email: ****** Hall, 18-28 St John Street LauncestonT 03 6323 3000E ****** mailto:****** http://www.launceston.tas.gov.au/ ContentsIntroduction 3City of Launceston Organisational Directory 4Organisational Values 5Information for Applicants 6Recruitment Steps 7General Conditions of Employment 8Position Description 9Address all correspondence to:Manager People and CultureCity of LauncestonPO Box 396LAUNCESTON TAS 7250Email address: ******When emailing your application, attachments should be sent in either Word(.doc/.docx), PDF (.pdf), TIFF (.tiff), JPEG (.jpg) or Excel (.xls/xlsx) formats.2 Introduction2Launceston is the regional hub of Northern Tasmania andenjoys a rich natural and social history. Located at the headof the picturesque Tamar Valley, the Launceston region isrenowned for its award-winning wines, gourmet diningexperiences, magnificent natural features and friendlyresidents. Our city is human scale. A series of green andwild spaces linked by heritage streetscapes and thoughtfuladaptions. A real blend of old-world and new, tradition andThe City of Launceston municipal area covers an area of 1,405square kilometres with a population of around 71,000 residents.The City of Launceston is Tasmania's largest municipal council interms of population and revenue. Launceston boasts all themajor facilities of a much larger city, many of which are ownedand operated by the City of Launceston.The City of Launceston is served by 12 Councillors, including theMayor and Deputy Mayor.Click here to view City of Launceston's strategic and annualreporting.3 https://www.launceston.tas.gov.au/Council/Strategies-and-Reports City of Launcestonorganisational chartThe City of Launceston is recognised asan Employer of Choice by the TasmanianGovernment.An Employer of Choiceis a workplace that demonstratescontemporary workplace practices andprovides outstanding support for its staff.The Council employs around 570 employeesacross a range of responsibilities.Employment information package 4 Organisational valuesAt the heart of our organisation are our four organisational values.Our employees are expected to adhere to, support and promote ourvalues at all times.Our aim is to attract and retain people who share our values and want be a part of our positiveworkplace culture. Before submitting your application please review our values and decide ifthey are a good fit for you.? We value clear and opencommunication? We support and encourage eachother? We recognise individual needs,experience and strengthsOUR PEOPLEMATTER? We take pride in our work andpursue a standard of excellence? We genuinely listen, and valuecollaborative relationships? We strive towards the bestoutcome for our community? We make responsible andWE CAREABOUT OURCOMMUNITY? We actively seek opportunities tocontinuously improve? We respect and explore differentideas and perspectives? We embrace change that leads topositive outcomes? We value innovation and creativityWE BRING ANOPEN MIND? We show care for people and lookout for one another? We speak up and support others tobe healthy and safe? We take personal responsibility forour own health and wellbeingWE GO HOMESAFE AND WELLEmployment information package 5 Information for applicantsWhen applying for this position, you must provide the following documentation:1. Covering letter2. Statement addressing the selection criteria (highlighted criteria only)3. ResumeThe online Application for Employment can be accessed here(you will be asked to attach your supporting documentation)1. Your covering letter should introduce you and explain why you areapplying for the role.2. All recruitment and selection decisions are based on merit. The mostsuitable person in terms of skills, knowledge, qualifications, relevantexperience, alignment with organisational values and work attitudes isselected for the position. Selection is based on the assessment of eachapplication in relation to the selection criteria identified in the positiondescription. The position description is included later in thisThe selection criteria consists of the qualifications, knowledge, skills,attitudes and abilities required to successfully perform the role. Youmust provide a statement that addresses each highlighted selectioncriterion for the role. Your statement should include examples thatdemonstrate how you meet each criterion.Please see information here on how to address the Selection Criteria.3. Your resume should provide details of your qualifications, workhistory, special skills, training and competency details and referees,plus any other information that may support your application. Beclear and informative. Include the names, position titles, addressesand telephone numbers of at least two work referees.City of Launceston is an equalopportunity employer. Ourworkforce is diverse, inclusive,flexible and family-friendly.We value the differentbackgrounds, skills andcontributions of all employeesand treat each other and ourcommunity with respect.We want opportunities at Cityof Launceston to be accessibleand attainable to all candidates.If you are interested in this rolebut have concerns about yoursuitability, please talk to usapplication.Please read this informationcarefully, as it will help youwith the preparation of youremployment application.Employment information package 6https://www.launceston.tas.gov.au/Council/Careers/Applying-for-a-job https://www.launceston.tas.gov.au/Council/Careers/Applying-for-a-job 1. Application received2. Shortlisting? Shortlisted applicants will becontacted by telephone or emailto arrange an interview.? Unsuccessful candidates willbe advised by email.3. Interview4. Pre-Employment Checks:? Reference Check? Police Check? Medical Assessment? Drug and Alcohol screeningAll costs covered by City of Launceston5. Suitability determination andpreferred candidate identified6. Letter of OfferEmployee benefits? Our employees have access to discounted health insurance optionsthrough St Luke's Health and BUPA.? Employees have access to a free EAP service, which provides supportand counselling for personal and work related issues, coaching andadvice for leaders and counselling assistance for immediate familymembers.? We are committed to providing a working environment that issufficiently flexible to meet the operational requirement and workloaddemands of the City of Launceston while accommodating, wherepossible, the needs of our employees.? Discounted membership at Launceston Aquatic.? Discounts at the Museum Gift shop.? Additional leave: employees may request to purchase an additional twoor four week's additional leave per year to help manage family/carerresponsibilities or other special circumstances.Employment information package 77 General conditionsof employmentPosition title Learn to Swim InstructorEmployment terms CasualWorking pattern CasualTotal remuneration $31.6439 casual hourly rate (includes 25% casual loading)Superannuation Employer contribution of 12.5%Employment information package 8? Annual leave: employees are entitled to 4 weeks (pro-rata for part-time employees) annual leave per? Personal leave (for sick and carer's leave): employees are entitled to two weeks (pro-rata for parttime employees) personal leave per year, if they are unable to attend work due to personal illness/injury or to provide care for a spouse/partner or immediate family member.? Paid parental leave: employees are entitled to fourteen weeks paid (or twenty eight weeks at halfpay) parental/adoption leave for the primary carer; two weeks paid leave for the secondary carer.? Long Service Leave: Long service leave applies after 7 years continuous service.The City of Launceston Leisure and Aquatic Centre Enterprise Agreement 2018 is available here https://www.fwc.gov.au/documents/documents/agreements/fwa/ae506927.pdf Position DescriptionPOSITION TITLE: Learn to Swim InstructorAWARD CLASSIFICATION: LAC Grade 1EMPLOYEE:TEAM: Business EnterprisesNETWORK: Community and Place NetworkREPORTS TO: Coordinator Aquatic Education & TrainingDATE: October 2022APPROVED BY:NAME: Justin DalePOSITION: Business Leader Leisure and Aquatic CentreSIGNATURE:POSITION PURPOSE (Why does this position exist)The purpose of the Learn to Swim Instructor is to provide swimming lessons to groups, schools andindividuals as set out in the Leisure and Aquatic Learn to Swim program.To provide professional instruction in the programs and provide a safe environment in which students canlearn and actively participate.City of Launceston is a values-based organisation, which means that we employpeople who share and display our values? we value clear and open communication? we support and encourage each other? we recognise individual needs, experienceand strengths? we take pride in our work and pursue astandard of excellence? we genuinely listen, and value collaborativerelationships? we strive towards the best outcome for ourcommunity? we make responsible and sustainabledecisions? we actively seek opportunities tocontinuously improve? we respect and explore different ideas andperspectives? we embrace change that leads to positiveoutcomes? we value innovation and creativity? we show care for people and look out for oneanother? we speak up and support others to be healthyand safe? we take personal responsibility for our ownhealth and wellbeingAccountabilities Activities/Tasks include: Success looks like …GeneralCity of Launceston'sValuesBehave in a way that supports the City of Launceston'svalues.? We care about our community? We bring an open mind? We go home safe and wellDemonstrates, throughbehaviour, an alignment toand an understanding of ourvaluesTechnology Use technology and information to maximise efficiencyand effectiveness.New and existing technologiesCollaborate Work collaboratively within your team and acrossnetworks.Support delivery of the Network's strategic and annualplan actions.Work with horizontal teams as relevant to technicalActively participating in teammeetings/tool box meetings,by offering ideas andsuggestions and providingfeedbackCollaborative opportunities aresought across NetworksInnovation Encourage and be proactive in developing a culture ofintroducing new and improved work practices andprojects within your team and your network..Improved work practices andprojects.TechnicalTeaching of swimmingand water safety? Enhance water safety knowledge ofparticipants whilst developing swimming, watersafety and survival skills.? Plan, organize and facilitate water safety andswimming lessons in a safe, professional andenthusiastic manner.? Promote student participation in the learn to? Set up equipment and other materials inpreparation for swimming lessons.? Accurately record the progress of each studentand group and maintain documentation.Student's improvement,progress and performanceCustomer relations ? Establish a good rapport, actively listen tocustomer needs and communicate effectivelywith students, parents and other teammembers.? Provide accurate and timely advice andassistance to customers in a pleasant andhelpful manner.? Promote a positive image of LauncestonAquatic users through professional standardsof work, personal presentation and the efficientand effective completion of work tasks, lessonsand programs.Positive customer and patronfeedbackChild Safety As a LTS Instructor I will ensure the following whenworking with children & young people:? Communication(a) Talk to students in a professional andsupportive manner(b) Use language that creates a fun andAccountabilities Activities/Tasks include: Success looks like …(c) Listen to and respect what students have tosay? Supervision(a) Never be alone with a student whereanother staff member cannot observe you? Physical Contact(a) Use gentle handling when making strokecorrections or manipulations(b) only move the students body within acomfortable and suitable range of motion(c) Keep hands visible above the water'ssurface when providing manual support(d) Utilise teaching aids to minimise theamount of physical contact? General Professionalism and Boundaries(a) Ensure all activities and communicationoccurs within the scope of your role andresponsibilities(b) Be ethical, considerate, fair and honest inall dealings with students(c) Set a good example for students(d) report breaches of Code of Conduct to aSenior instructor or coordinator(e) Be alert to risk indicators of child abuseand child groomingChild SafetyCommitmentAs a LTS Instructor I will:? Act in accordance with LAC's child safety andwellbeing policies and procedures at all times? Behave respectfully, courteously and ethicallytowards students and their families and towardsother staff? Listen and respond to views and concerns ofchildren, particularly if they communicate(verbally or non-verbally) that they do not feelsafe or well? Promote the human rights, safety and wellbeingof all students in LAC? Demonstrates appropriate personal and? Consider and respect the diverse backgroundsand needs of students? Create an environment that promotes andenables students participation and iswelcoming, culturally safe and inclusive for allstudents and their families? Involve students in making decisions aboutactivities, police and processes that concernthem wherever possible? Contribute, where appropriate, to LAC policies,discussions, learning and review about childsafety and wellbeing? Respond to any concerns or complaints of childharm or abuse promptly and in line with LAC'spolicy and procedure for receiving andresponding to complaints? Report all suspected or disclosed child harm orabuse in line with RLSSA and LAC's policy andprocedures? Comply with LAC's protocols on communicatingwith students? Comply with LAC's policies and procedures onrecord keeping and information sharingAccountabilities Activities/Tasks include: Success looks like …Basic knowledge ofand procedures? Understanding of the wellbeing of fellowworkers, customers and self.? Ability to move from teaching station to teachingstation while keeping equipment clear of walkways.? Understand and apply all safety procedures aswritten in the Launceston Aquatic swim schoolpolicies and procedures.Work Safely with a Dutyof Care for fellowemployees and ensureprocedural compliancePerform all work in a safe manner in accordance withthe City of Launceston's Occupational Health andSafety Policy and ProceduresWhile at work, a worker must –(a) take reasonable care for his or her own health andsafety; and(b) take reasonable care that his or her acts oromissions do not adversely affect the health andsafety of other persons; and(c) comply, so far as the worker is reasonably able,with any reasonable instruction that is given by theperson conducting the business or undertaking toallow the person to comply with this Act; and(d) cooperate with any reasonable policy or procedureof the person conducting the business or undertakingrelating to health or safety at the workplace that hasbeen notified to workers.(Section 28 Work Health & Safety Act 2012)Note: Whilst the key functions and responsibilities for the role are set out above, the Council maydirect an employee to carry out such duties or tasks that are within the limits of the employee's skill, competence and training.WORKING WITH VULNERABLE PEOPLE CHECK Yes/NoWorking with Vulnerable People Check required? YesIf yes, include in Selection Criteria table belowSELECTION CRITERIAPOSITION REQUIREMENTS/COMPETENCIESOrganisational? Community Focussed: considers community/customers in decision making? Communicate and Engage: demonstrates self-awareness & encourages open discussions &contributions from others? Create and Innovate: displays initiative & considers different ideas and perspectives? Safety Focussed: takes responsibility for own and team's health, well-being and self-carePosition Specific? Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment? Demonstrated ability to work unsupervised? A current understanding and awareness of WH&S practices and procedures in the aquatic? Excellent interpersonal and face to face communication skills for interaction with clients froma diverse range of cultural and intellectual backgrounds.? Desirable: A friendly, bubbly and outgoing personalityQUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE? SISCAQU002 Perform basic Water Rescues? SISCAQU008 Instruct Water Familiarisation, Buoyancy and Mobility Skills? SISCAQU009 Instruct Water Safety and Survival Skills? SISCAQU010 Instruct Swimming Strokes? HLTAID009 Perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)? Practical experience teaching swimming and water safety (includes work experienceperformed as part of achieving above Swim Teacher qualification)? Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People RegistrationREPORTING STRUCTUREManager Manager Business EnterprisesTeam Leader Business Leader Leisure & Aquatic CentreCoordinator Coordinator Aquatic Education and TrainingDirect Reports nilKEY RELATIONSHIPS(External and Internal Customers, Supplier, Colleagues, etc)Internal Nature of RelationshipsOther pool staff Working relationshipExternal Nature of RelationshipsPool patrons Facility userContractors Service providersDELEGATIONS & AUTHORISATIONSConfidentialityStaff area) Able to access; orb) May be exposed in the course of performing their duties to information that may be relatedto individuals, organisations or the general dealings of the City of Launceston. Some ofthis information will be of a sensitive nature – either within or external to the organisation. By accepting this position the employee undertakes:a) To keep all information that they are exposed to confidential during and after their periodof employment with City of Launceston. Information should never be disclosed outside ofthe organisation and only be disclosed to other employees if there is a need within thecontext of the task being performed.b) To not access any information within the organisation's systems that is not directlyrelevant to their work.c) To abide by the requirements of the Confidentiality and Privacy clause of the relevantOTHER RELEVANT INFORMATIONExpectations of a City of Launceston employee:? Have strategies in place to enhance their own health and well-being, manage stress andmaintain professionalism;? Seeks feedback broadly and asks others for help with own development areas; and? Translates feedback into an opportunity to develop.Town Hall, 18-28 St John Street LauncestonT 03 6323 3000E ******www.launceston.tas.gov.au mailto:****** http://www.launceston.tas.gov.au/ #J-18808-Ljbffr