Hume and Whittlesea children will be safer around the water this summer following the launch of a state government program to create hundreds of new swim teacher roles.
Employment minister Ben Carroll visited the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC) to see how SWIM, a $3.4 million partnership between Jobs Victoria and SWIM Coaches & Teachers Australia, is delivering 280 employment opportunities at pools and leisure centres around the state.
“We’re supporting people to gain new qualifications so they can find secure work and help the sector address a shortage of skilled swim teachers,” Mr Carroll said.
“With Victorians heading to our beaches, rivers, lakes and pools this summer, these jobs ensure everyone can safely enjoy the water.”
As well as boosting the number of children learning to swim, the program is giving Victorians looking for work the opportunity to begin a new and fulfilling career.
Participants are paid while they complete pre-employment training, including the nationally accredited Swim Australia Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety course, and training in First Aid and CPR.
Details: 1300 208 575.
