Company Description Yarra Plenty Waves is a community-focused swimming organization dedicated to fostering a lifelong love of the water. Based at the Herb Norman Pool in Greensborough, the club offers a wide range of aquatic programs for swimmers of all ages and abilities. From first-time learners to advanced competitors, members receive structured coaching and support to help them reach their individual goals.

The organization emphasizes physical fitness, personal growth, and positive experiences in the pool. Through its programs, Yarra Plenty Waves builds a strong sense of community around swimming and aquatic wellbeing.

Role Description The Assistant Swimming Coach is a full-time, on-site role based in the Greater Melbourne Area at the Herb Norman Pool in Greensborough. This role supports lead coaches in delivering high-quality swim instruction across a variety of age groups and skill levels, including learn-to-swim, recreational squads, and developing competitive swimmers. Daily responsibilities include planning and conducting training sessions, demonstrating correct technique, monitoring swimmer progress, and providing constructive feedback.

The Assistant

Coach helps ensure a safe and inclusive environment by reinforcing pool safety rules, supporting lifeguarding practices, and responding appropriately to any issues in the water or on deck.



Additional tasks may include maintaining training equipment, assisting with meet preparation, communicating with swimmers and families, and contributing to program improvements that align with the club’s mission.

Qualifications

- Robust aquatics foundation, including Swimming and Aquatics skills, with the ability to model safe and effective techniques.
- Experience in Swim Instruction and Swim Lessons, preferably in group and one-on-one settings for diverse age groups.
- Knowledge of pool safety standards and basic Lifeguarding skills; current lifeguard certification or willingness to obtain is highly desirable.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and engage swimmers of varying abilities in a supportive manner.
- Relevant coaching or teaching certifications in swimming or aquatics, or progress toward such qualifications.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a coaching team and follow program plans and directions from senior coaches.
- Strong organizational skills and reliability, including punctuality and consistent attendance for scheduled sessions and events.
- Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful environment that supports the physical and personal development of all swimmers.

📌 Assistant swimming coach (Melbourne)
🏢 Yarra Plenty Waves
📍 Melbourne