Do you have a passion for swimming that you want to share in a positive way?
Do you want to connect with people from different cultures and backgrounds, and help build community?
Can you see yourself being part of a program that makes a tangible impact on the lives of participants and volunteers?
Join the team
Our volunteers are the lifeblood of Swim for Refugees, which is entirely run by the time, commitment and energy of volunteers.
When you volunteer with us, you’ll be joining a team very fun, kind and awesome people (if we do say so ourselves). The volunteering commitment is one season of lessons, which lasts 6-10 weeks.
I want to volunteer!
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Volunteer roles
We have a few volunteer positions available, have a look at them below! Just let us know what position you’d prefer at Training Day and we’ll make sure you volunteer there.
Activity Centre
Make snacks, chat with families, watch kids and play games while parents swim. Perfect if you want to join but you’re not too keen on jumping in the water.
Swim Buddy
Help out teachers in the water. You’ll need to be a comfortable swimmer – no teaching experience required!
Swim Teacher
Lead our swim lessons!
You’ll need swim teacher qualifications.
Volunteer requirements
All are welcome to come and volunteer with us! You’ll just need a Working With Children’s Check (WWCC) to have attended our Training Day and to commit to the season dates.
If you don’t have a WWCC, no worries. Bring your form to Training Day and we’ll help you complete it! Just make sure you lodge the form before lessons start, we’ll need to see your receipt!
Registrations opening soon
Thank you for your interest in joining Swim for Refugees. Registrations for volunteers and participants are not yet open for the upcoming season, as we are currently planning our 2026 program.
We’re excited to welcome new and returning community members, and we’ll share more information – including dates and how to sign up – closer to the season launch.
Thank you for your patience and support as we prepare for another meaningful year in the water.
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