Kauora Kaiārahi

The opportunity | He angitūtanga

This role is fixed-term until the of school term in December 2025, working 2-10 hours per week. 

Kaupapa raukawa led, this role will be leading kaimahi and organising kauora sessions. You will also be responsible for conducting professional & engaging aquatic education lessons as directed for Kauora, including all Kohanga (pre school) & Kura (school) programmes based at Otaki.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

When you join Kāpiti Coast District Council you’ll enjoy a range of fantastic benefits, including:

• Dependant leave – because family matters.
• Thriving team culture – we work hard and support each other.
• Free access to pools – dive into fun.
• Council staff discounts – because who doesn’t love a good deal?

About you | He kōrero mōu

To excel in this role, you will bring strong knowledge of and experience in:

• Hold a current certification in "Child Protection in play"
• Can kōrero Māori and communicate kura, kōhanga and with after kura whānau
• Confident in using technology and email communications.
• Accountable to tikanga.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Proven experience in facilitating aquatic activities, including the ability to inspire confidence and motivate whānau.
• Have appropriate aquatic skills and an understanding of life saving methods, including resuscitation and must hold a current practical first aid certificate (or be prepared to obtain one). 

For more information regarding the role, please view the job description. [PDF 288 KB] 

Enquiries about this position should be directed to Shelley Ashton, Aquatics Outreach and Otaki Pool Manager on 04 296 4700 or free phone 0800 486 486.

 If you’re excited to work in a community focused, energised and enthusiastic team environment, we’d love to hear from you!

How to apply | Me pēhea te tono

Applications close Friday, 3 October 2025  so get yours in now!

Click here to complete your online application.

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand. Please note preferred candidates are required to undergo pre-employment checks including drug and alcohol screening and Police checks.