Maccabi Aquatics is a not-for-profit community swim school based at the Gringlas Sports Centre at Bialik College. We are seeking a highly experienced, confident and approachable Deck Supervisor to oversee our Learn to Swim, Preschool and Infant Aquatics programs.

Hours

This casual position includes four regular weekly shifts totalling 20.25 hours:

- Thursday: 3:00 pm–6:15 pm
- Friday: 2:00 pm–6:15 pm
- Saturday: 8:00 am–1:45 pm
- Sunday: 9:30 am–4:30 pm

Applicants must be available to work all four shifts during the school term. Additional daytime hours may also be available, if desired, teaching school swimming groups.

About the Role

As Deck Supervisor, you will oversee the day-to-day delivery of swimming lessons, support our teachers and ensure families receive a welcoming and professional experience.

You will play an important role in maintaining high teaching standards, monitoring swimmer progress and ensuring lessons operate safely, smoothly and on time.

Key Responsibilities

- Supervise Learn to Swim, Preschool and Infant Aquatics lessons
- Support, guide and provide constructive feedback to swimming teachers
- Assess swimmers and recommend appropriate class levels and progression
- Respond to parent enquiries regarding swimmer development
- Assist with class changes, new-student assessments and trial lessons
- Monitor lesson quality, class ratios and program consistency
- Ensure staff follow Maccabi Aquatics policies and teaching standards
- Maintain a safe, positive and inclusive aquatic setting
- Respond confidently and appropriately to incidents and emergencies
- Work collaboratively with the Head of Aquatics and administration team

Skills and Attributes We’re Looking For

- Strong knowledge of Learn to Swim, Preschool and Infant Aquatics programs
- Confident leadership and staff-development skills




- Excellent communication and customer-service skills
- A calm, friendly and professional manner
- Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
- Confidence communicating with parents, teachers and swimmers
- Empathy and patience when supporting participants of all abilities
- Sound understanding of WHS requirements and aquatic safety practices
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

Essential Requirements

- Previous Deck Supervisor experience
- A minimum of five years’ swimming-teaching experience
- AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety or Swim Australia Teacher qualification
- AUSTSWIM Teacher of Infant and Preschool Aquatics or equivalent Swim Australia qualification
- Current Pool Lifeguard qualification
- Current CPR certificate
- Valid Working with Children Check
- Availability to work all four advertised shifts

Desirable Requirements

- Competitive Strokes qualification
- Access and Inclusion qualification
- Additional AUSTSWIM or Swim Australia extension qualifications
- Experience mentoring and developing swimming teachers
- Availability to teach daytime school swimming programs

What We Offer

- Above-award remuneration
- Regular weekly shifts
- Optional additional daytime teaching hours
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- A fun, vibrant and genuinely supportive team culture
- The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a growing community swim school

Maccabi Aquatics is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace that respects the beliefs, identities and backgrounds of all our people. We warmly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Work authorisation: Australia required

Pay: From $42.35 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 20.25 per week

Work Location: In person

📌 Pool Deck Supervisor (Hawthorn East)
🏢 Maccabi Aquatics
📍 Hawthorn East