Located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario, Norfolk County is where big vision meets unlimited potential.
As one of Ontario’s largest single-tier municipalities and home to over 70,000 people, Norfolk is bold, diverse, and proudly local - a municipality that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and connection. Here, you’ll find endless opportunities to grow your skills, expand your ideas, and shape your career.
As an Assistant Instructor with Norfolk County, you’ll support swimming lessons and aquatic programs by helping instructors, promoting water safety, and creating a positive experience for participants. Your work will help ensure safe, welcoming aquatic facilities while encouraging skill development and community engagement
Big vision. Real opportunities. Unlimited potential. That’s Norfolk.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Assist the Instructor Guard with the instruction of programs by organizing equipment, providing demonstrations of skills and/or strokes, providing feedback and any additional support required by the instructor.
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Work according to Health and Safety Act, Life Saving Society Standards and County policies.
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Assist with the general facility maintenance, which includes: taking water readings, performing daily cleaning duties/weekly checks, cleaning change rooms, showers and washroom areas as required, and ensuring safety equipment is maintained to acceptable working condition.
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Assist with special pool programs and special County aquatic events/water safety initiatives.
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Attend aquatic division meetings and in-house training sessions that are organized by the Supervisor.
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Participate in team building with all staff.
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Assist the Instructors Guards at the Delhi Kinsmen Pool by helping at the front counter, which includes: handling money (public swims, registrations, concession stands), answering phones, processing registrations, dispensing concession stand candy and providing patrons with information pertaining to the programs run at the Delhi Kinsmen pool.
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Other duties assigned.
Requirements
Knowledge and Experience (all qualifications must be current):
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Must be at least 15 years old, with the intent to complete aquatic qualifications to become fully certified
- Must be currently enrolled in a secondary education institution or institution of high learning on a full-time basis and be returning to school full-time at the next available term.
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Must hold a minimum of current LSS Bronze Cross certificate
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Standard First Aid with C.P.R. Level C
- LSS Assistant Instructor certification – an asset with preference given to those with completed certification
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LSS Swim Instructor certification – an asset
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National Lifeguard Award - an asset
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High 5 – Principles of Healthy Child Development – an asset
Skills and Abilities:
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Good communication skills.
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Must be self-motivated and self-directed.
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Must have the ability to provide leadership in instructional classes.
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Capable of working effectively in a “team” environment.
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Must be aware of safe work practices as they relate to job responsibilities and work environment and have the basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Benefits
Posting #: NU 31.26
Position: Assistant Instructor
Position Code: 3STAST
Status: Student
Number of Vacancies: 3
Employee Group: Non-Union
Wage: $18.06 per hour
Hours Worked per Week: Up to 24
Division: Community and Development Services
Department: Parks, Recreation and Culture
Reports to: Supervisor, Aquatic Services
Location: Simcoe, ON (with site work across the County)
Posting Period: August 14, 2026 - August 24, 2026
How to Apply:
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Ensure the file extension for your resume document is .doc, .docx or .pdf
- If you are electing to include a cover letter, the cover letter and resume must be uploaded as 1 file.
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Find out more information about Norfolk County here: Employment at Norfolk County - NorfolkCounty.ca
The Corporation of Norfolk County is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
The Corporation of Norfolk County does not use Artificial Intelligence for the purpose of screening, assessing, or the selection of candidates.
Successful applicants are required to provide the Employer with a current Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector where required and verification of education.
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
