LTS Officer

Role overview

Sheldon College is seeking an LTS Officer to join its Learn to Swim program at the Sheldon, Queensland campus. The role supports a year-round swimming program delivered in a heated, onsite pool. This opportunity suits both experienced swim instructors and those new to the field, provided they hold the required qualifications.

The position is casual in nature. The College operates Monday to Friday, plus Saturday mornings, and penalty rates apply for Saturday work.

Why join Sheldon College

Sheldon College has been recognised as an Employer of Choice in Education for 2025. The College highlights a workplace culture built around support, wellbeing, and professional growth, with benefits designed to support staff across financial, health, social, family, and career areas.

• Pay above the relevant award.
• Salary packaging and superannuation co-contribution options.
• College-funded parental leave.
• Access to a 24/7 employee assistance program for staff and their families.
• Corporate savings on health insurance, gym memberships, and optometry.
• Staff discounts for the on-site Early Learning Centre and Prep to Year 12 College.
• Dedicated staff wellness program and wellness committee.
• Year-round learn-to-swim delivery in a heated pool.

What the role involves

• Deliver engaging learn-to-swim sessions that build water safety and swimming skills.
• Create a learning environment that is informative, supportive, and enjoyable for students.
• Work positively with children and their families and other stakeholders.
• Support student progress and take satisfaction in helping learners improve.

What you need

• Passion for water safety and teaching swimming in a fun and constructive way.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including confidence working with children and families.
• Enthusiasm that aligns with the College philosophy of Love, Laughter and Learning.
• AUSTSWIM or ASCTA Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety certification, or an equivalent qualification.
• AUSTSWIM or ASCTA Teacher of Infants certification is desirable.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or the ability to obtain it.

Child safety and compliance

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Queensland Blue Card for working with children.
• Commitment to child safety, duty of care, and professional conduct in a school setting.
• Willingness to follow the College’s child safety and wellbeing policies and procedures.
• Completion and upkeep of mandatory child protection and child safety training.
• Responsibility for helping maintain a safe and supportive environment for all students.

About Sheldon College

Sheldon College is an independent, co-educational, non-denominational college in Redland City, serving students from 15 months old through to Year 12. The College offers strong academic, sporting, and cultural programs, supported by modern classrooms, laboratories, resource centres, studios, and high-quality sporting and performing arts facilities.

The College says its staff are its greatest investment and that every educator contributes to delivering excellence in a secure and supportive learning environment guided by the philosophy of Love, Laughter and Learning.

Child safety commitment

Sheldon College follows a zero-tolerance stance toward conduct that endangers student safety or wellbeing, including child abuse. Staff are expected to uphold the College’s child safety framework, code of conduct, and reporting procedures. This includes meeting mandatory reporting obligations and using a culturally sensitive and trauma-informed approach in child wellbeing matters and investigations. Successful applicants must complete all required training and compliance checks before commencing duties.