Location: Melbourne South-East
Employment: Part time / Casual
Hours: Flexible and negotiable based on experience, qualifications and availability
Remuneration: Competitive, commensurate with experience and qualifications
About the Club
An established competitive swimming club in Melbourne's south-east is seeking an experienced and reliable Club Coach to join our coaching team.
The role will primarily support our Junior and State-level swimmers, with responsibility for delivering quality training, supporting swimmer development, planning competitions and maintaining skilled communication with swimmers and families.
We are looking for a coach who is not only confident on pool deck, but who understands the responsibilities of working within a structured swimming club.
About the Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Coaching & Training
- Plan and deliver structured, high-quality training sessions for Junior and State-level swimmers.
- Develop training plans in line with the Club's overall coaching program.
- Monitor swimmer attendance, development and performance.
- Provide clear technical and performance feedback to swimmers.
- Adjust training appropriately according to swimmer development and competition schedules.
- Work collaboratively with the coaching team to ensure consistency across squads.
Competition Planning & Athlete Development
- Assist with developing individual swimmer competition calendars.
- Provide appropriate guidance to swimmers and parents regarding competition selection and participation.
- Prepare swimmers for targeted competitions and championship events.
- Monitor competition results and swimmer progression.
- Assist swimmers in setting appropriate short- and long-term development goals.
- Attend selected competitions and provide on-deck coaching as required.
Parent & Swimmer Communication
- Maintain professional and positive relationships with swimmers and families.
- Communicate clearly and respectfully with parents regarding swimmer progress, training and competitions.
- Respond to parent enquiries in a timely and professional manner.
- Provide appropriate feedback while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Escalate significant issues or concerns to Club management or the Head Coach when required.
Club Responsibilities
- Follow the Club's coaching policies, procedures, standards and expectations.
- Follow reasonable directions from Club management regarding training, competitions, schedules and Club activities.
- Complete all coaching and administrative responsibilities accurately and on time.
- Work collaboratively with Club management and the wider coaching team.
- Assist with competitions, camps, assessments, presentations and other Club activities when required.
- Contribute positively to the culture and ongoing development of the Club.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has solid experience coaching competitive swimmers.
- Has experience working with Junior and/or State-level swimmers.
- Understands competitive swimming pathways and competition preparation.
- Can independently plan and deliver effective training sessions.
- Has experience communicating with parents and families.
- Is organised, reliable and accountable.
- Is professional, approachable and a strong communicator.
- Can work independently while also following the direction and structure of the Club.
- Is willing to contribute to the Club beyond simply delivering training sessions.
- Has a genuine interest in the long-term development of swimmers.
Essential Requirements
- Current Swimming Australia coaching accreditation/licence appropriate to the role.
- Current CPR certification.
- Current Working With Children Check.
- Successful Police Check.
- Ability to provide professional referees / satisfactory reference checks.