Job Description

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Job Advert Summary

The National Sea Rescue Institute will appoint an experienced Drowning Prevention Instructor to be based in Vredendal, Western Cape.



The NSRI has 50+ stations, satellite stations and Lifeguard premises across a volunteer network spanning 1500+ volunteers.

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Minimum Requirements

The ideal candidate must have:


Matric/ Equivalent The ability to swim 25m unassisted The ability to retrieve a submerged object to a minimum depth of 1.5m A Learn-to-swim and/or Lifeguarding Qualification will be advantageous. Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proven administration skills Computer skills including (Microsoft Word, Excel) Experience in teaching swimming and water safety An ability to handle with pressure Time management proficiency The ability to take initiative and work independently An innovative attitude to researching background information required for input to the operational requirements of survival swimming and water safety lessons. The incumbent should be willing to travel to disadvantaged areas to teach water safety and survival swimming Character traits should include enthusiasm, integrity, patience, self-control, loyalty, confidentiality, and a positive outlook on life. A valid driver's license will be an advantage
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Duties and Responsibilities

The working hours may vary between mornings and afternoons The incumbent will be required to teach survival swimming as per our protocols Booking appointments with schools Teaching water safety at schools as per our lesson structure * Conducting administrative tasks, such as data capturing, data processing, etc. (This will be a large component of the job)