Sarah Oliver
The state government is investing in more swim teachers with a $3.4 million partnership between Jobs Victoria and the Australian Swim Coaches and Teachers Association (ASCTA).
Employment minister Jaala Pulford announced last week that 280 people are in need to meet the increase in swim teacher demand.
The jobs are not only addressing a shortage of swim teachers but will also give young swimmers the opportunity to catch up on vital water safety education as the weather warms up.
The initiative is assisting those most impacted by loss of employment through the pandemic including women over 45, young people under 25, multicultural communities and people with a disability.
Workers will receive nationally accredited swim instructor and water safety training and first-aid and CPR training.
“We’re all keen to get back in the water as the weather warms up so it’s vital we have swim teachers teaching our kids the knowledge and skills they need to be safe in the water,” Ms Pulford said.
“Getting those most impacted by the pandemic into employment is critical, as is getting young children back into lessons to prepare for the summer months.”
