Position Title: Field Worker – Learn to Swim
Reference No.: XREAL025
Employer: City of Ekurhuleni
Location: Ekurhuleni, Gauteng
Type: Temporary (6 months)
Stipend: R3,621.00 per month

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 10 (or equivalent).
• Must be a South African citizen.
• Resident of Ekurhuleni (specify ward number).
• Currently unemployed.
• Basic First Aid knowledge.
• Not participating in any current CoE Job Creation programme.
• Physically fit and able to perform water rescues.
• Willing to attend preliminary swimming assessments at CoE swimming pools.
• Prepared to work flexible hours, including weekends, public holidays, and during school terms.
• Willing to follow instructions from supervisors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct daily swimming lessons under the Learn to Swim Programme in line with municipal objectives and safety guidelines.
• Teach participants basic swimming techniques and water safety awareness.
• Keep accurate learner attendance and progress records.
• Prepare, inspect, and maintain pool safety equipment and instructional materials.
• Ensure compliance with municipal health and safety regulations at aquatic facilities.
• Assist with outreach initiatives to promote the programme across the municipality.
• Report incidents, risks, or faulty equipment to the Aquatic Coordinator.
• Provide feedback on lesson progress and learner development to programme coordinators.
• Support administrative tasks related to the aquatic programme when required.

Important Notice:

• Individuals currently engaged in other CoE job creation projects are not eligible and may only apply after completing a six-month cooling-off period once their previous contract ends.

Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000

Additional Information:

• Applicants may be asked to submit proof of the applicable NQF level of their qualifications.
• If no communication is received within six (6) weeks after the closing date, the application should be considered unsuccessful.
• The City of Ekurhuleni subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint, not appoint, or to appoint laterally.