Just Swim Teacher Supervisor

The Dunedin City Council (DCC) takes great pride in delivering a broad range of services to the communities of this unique and vibrant city. From roads to recycling, public libraries and pools, water supply to walking tracks—and everything in between—DCC’s people are talented and committed to serving their community.

Are you a confident leader who enjoys working with people, with experience in teaching or coaching and a background in swimming, aquatic environments, or water-based recreation and safety?

We are looking for a Just Swim Teacher Supervisor to lead our teaching team, ensure high-quality programme delivery, and confidently manage the day-to-day challenges of a busy swim school environment. You will play a key role in maintaining safe, consistent, and engaging swim programmes for our community.

About the Role

As a Just Swim Teacher Supervisor, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operation of our swim school. You will provide leadership to Head Teachers and Swim Teachers, ensuring lessons run smoothly, staff are supported, and customers have a positive experience.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you will be actively involved in coordinating programmes, mentoring staff, and maintaining high teaching standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and develop swim teaching staff
• Oversee daily swim school operations and programme delivery
• Ensure lessons are delivered to a high, consistent standard
• Support swimmer progression across all programme levels
• Manage rostering and staffing to meet operational needs
• Respond to customer feedback and ensure a positive experience
• Maintain strong health and safety practices

Ideally you will have

• 4–5 years’ experience in swim teaching or coaching
• Experience leading or supervising staff
• Strong knowledge of swim school programme delivery
• Ability to coach, mentor, and develop others
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• A commitment to customer service and team culture
• Relevant qualifications – New Zealand Certificate in Aquatics (Swim and Water Safety Teacher) or similar (desirable)

What we offer

At Dunedin City Council, we are passionate about creating a city where everyone can thrive. You will be part of a supportive team that values collaboration, wellbeing, and continuous improvement.

This is a great opportunity to step into a leadership role where you can make a real impact—developing staff, improving programmes, and helping our community build essential water safety and swimming skills.

• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• The chance to lead and influence programme delivery
• 5 weeks’ annual leave
• Parental leave benefits, including paid partner’s leave
• Free annual flu vaccinations and eye checks every two years

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Salary range: $74,922 - $88,144

The DCC is committed to the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and our work serving the citizens of Dunedin will reflect this.

How to Apply

If this exciting opportunity sounds like you and you would enjoy supporting DCC to deliver value to our communities, we look forward to hearing from you.

You can learn more about this role by clicking on the ‘apply now’ button, or visiting www.dcc.jobs website.

Applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and suitable candidates may be progressed through the recruitment prior to the closing date.

Job Details

Reference #

Posted on

28 May 2026

Closes on

12 Jun 2026 16:55

Location(s)

Moana Pool

Expertise

Parks & Recreation

Work type(s)

Permanent Full Time

Benefits

Salary/Compensation

Additional superannuation

Career development

Secondment and promotion opportunities

Work/Life balance

Five weeks annual leave, additional paid parental leave, wellbeing support

Make a difference

Support our ambitious carbon zero goals