Aquatics Development Coach and Program Administrator

The Artemis Centre is the epicentre of the wellbeing agenda at Melbourne Girls Grammar. We have a proud tradition of being at the forefront of girls participating in sport. The facility cements our proactive agenda of promoting diverse sporting opportunities and participation for all Melbourne Girls Grammar girls.

The Artemis Centre enables us to provide a wide variety of programs including Artemis Gymnastics, Artemis Aquatics as well as Artemis Holiday Clinics and other resources that underpin our proactive approach to student wellbeing.

Visit the Artemis Centre website to read more about our state of the art facilities.

Artemis Aquatics enables our community to become the swimmer they want to be, by providing high quality coaching and learning experiences in water safety and skill development. We are committed to providing an enjoyable, safe and healthy environment in which our swimmers can develop their skills and self-confidence for a lifelong affinity with the water. We deliver classes and squad programs to suit a range of ages and abilities, to cater for personal growth and development within a clear and progressive pathway.

We are seeking a high-performing, proactive and enthusiastic Aquatics Development Coach and Program Administrator to join the Artemis Aquatics team working full time (38 hours per week) on a roster from Monday - Saturday.
- Extremely organised, detail-oriented and efficient, with a tech savvy approach to administration and planning;
- Up to date with current trends and professional practices in coaching principles and methodology, and swimming technique development;
- A self-starter who is passionate about swimming and providing opportunities and positive experiences for children to get involved;
- Able to display high level interpersonal and problem-solving skills with the ability to create an inclusive, fun and productive learning environment;
- Friendly, collaborative and authentic in their approach to all things, big or little;
- Actively focused on safety, risk and compliance; and
- Experienced in the co-ordination of staff rosters, timesheets and communications.

The Artemis Aquatics Development Coach and Program Administrator will be a team player and keen to build strong relationships with swimmers, teachers, coaches and the wider swimming community. They will have demonstrated experience working closely with and supporting the development of swimming teachers and coaches, as well as administrative strength.

**Minimum requirements**:

- Current AUSTSWIM or ASCTA Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety qualification.
- Proven experience in coaching swimmers (State Age/Open qualifiers).
- Bronze License Coaching Qualification (or willingness to work towards this accreditation).
- Current First Aid (HLTAID011) and Provide CPR (HLTAID009) certification.
- Current Pool Lifeguard certification (SISSS00111) and willingness to maintain qualification.
- Current ASCTA Member.
- Current Victorian Employee Working with Children Check.

**Benefits of working at MGGS**

Alongside opportunities for educators, we offer a broad array of professional support roles for individuals motivated to join our values-based community and make a difference in the lives of our Grammarians. Careers at Melbourne Girls Grammar provide opportunities for high performing individuals to thrive within an environment that values lifelong learning.

At Melbourne Girls Grammar we offer an excellent work environment, generous salary and leave packages, and significant professional development opportunities. Staff wellbeing is a top priority, with staff having access to our state-of-the-art Artemis Centre facilities including Pool, Gym and Café. To support families, we also offer staff discounts on academic tuition fees and access to an Employee Assistance Program that provides a range of personal and family benefits. This position is located onsite at the Merton Hall Campus, 86 Anderson Street in South Yarra across the road from the Botanical Gardens.

If you are looking to work in a leading organisation with exposure to new technologies and you feel you would be a good fit for this role, please view the Position Description for details about the role, including key responsibilities.

**Child Safety Statement: Melbourne Girls Grammar**
- As MGGS staff, volunteers, contractors, and any other members of our school community involved in child-connected work, we are responsible for supporting and promoting the safety of children.
- We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment and protecting of all children / students in our care and adhering to our Child Safety Policy.
- We are committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
- We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to the protection of children from all forms of child abuse and all al