Age Group Swimming Coach

PRIMARY DETAIL

Be part of a dynamic team committed to developing and coaching swimmers to reach their highest potential.

Campus Life is currently seeking a Fulltime Age Group Swimming Coach to join the Macquarie University Sports and Aquatics Centre (MUSAC) team. Reporting to the Head Coach, the Age Group Swimming Coach will be responsible for delivering face to face training sessions for Metropolitan, State Age & National Age qualifiers.

Duties include:

- Coach and plan training for swimmers aiming to qualify for the National Age championships and swimmers competing at a State Age level.
- Develop and implement seasonal training plans, to assist in the development and progression of all swimmers within the program.
- Assist the Head Coach at NSW Metropolitan, State and National level competitions.
- Attend and coach at MQU club races, internal and external competitions.
- Contribute to the planning and coordination of internal swimming events and activities in consultation with the Head Coach.
- Consult with Head Coach to assist and implement training plans and sessions with a growth mindset.
- Completion of administration duties including recording swimmer’s progression and answering parent enquiries & feedback on student progression.

ABOUT US

Macquarie University Sport and Aquatic Centre (MUSAC) is a multi-purpose venue. Located at Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde, our facility includes a 6-lane heated indoor pool, and an 8-lane outdoor heated Olympic-sized swimming pool. The coaching team provides coaching and direction in best practice and techniques for competitive swimmers of all ages.

At Campus Life we believe in a diverse, robust, and supportive work environment. We know our capacity to drive progressive change and offer excellent programs and services is increased when our team has a diversity of backgrounds and experience. We are committed to our people; we embrace diversity and welcome our people just as they are.

Our Benefits
- Complementary Macquarie University Sport & Aquatic Centre gym access
- Staff discounts at Campus Life operated hospitality and retail outlets
- Ongoing development and mentoring opportunities
- Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and additional leave days.
- Access to our staff wellbeing program and staff support services
- Working on a vibrant parkland campus, with a huge variety of food & beverage outlets, and general practice & hospital amenities
- Access to discounted corporate health insurance and free employee flu shot program

ABOUT YOU

You have a customer centric mindset combined with demonstrated experience teaching and coaching within the aquatics industry. You have the ability to work well in a team environment, as well as the initiative to work independently.

In addition, you meet the following criteria:

- Hold SCTA Development Coach certification or higher.
- Ability to develop and nurture swimmers of all abilities with diverse backgrounds.
- Demonstrated organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels including handling sensitive matters regarding participants in a respectful and confidential manner.
- Proven experience in customer service skills and complaints handling.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Work hours will vary throughout the competition season. Must be available to work on a rotating roster seven (7) days per week.
- Available to work split shifts.

Desirable
- SCTA Coaching Open Water Swimmers (preferred)
- SCTA Advanced Coach
- ASCA Level 1 Strength and Conditioning (preferred)
- AUSTSWIM or Swim Australia Teacher of Adults, or Masters Coaching Accreditation
- This role requires a NSW Working with Children Check, current First Aid and CPR certificates._

TO APPLY

If you want to work in a team of enthusiastic and like-minded people, whose passion is coaching swimmers of all abilities, in an encouraging and nurturing environment, please submit your CV and cover letter addressing your suitability for the role.

For a position description or role-specific queries, please contact Tatiana Matts on (02) 9850 9421.

Applications Close:
03/10/2024 11:59 PM

Diversity and Inclusion
- Innovation and ingenuity thrive at Macquarie University when diversity, equity and inclusion take centre stage. At the University, we embrace a culture where diversity of background, experience and perspective are fundamental to our success.
- We do not discriminate on gender identity, age, culture, disability, sexuality, Indigeneity, family and caring responsibilities or religion.
- Flexible Work

At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University.