Swim Coach

**Position Vacant**

**SWIM COACH**
**CASUAL
Cranbrook School is seeking a casual Swim Coach to join its brand new, state of the art
Aquatic & Fitness Centre, based at the Senior School campus at Bellevue Hill.

**ABOUT THE POSITION**

Reporting to the Head Swim Coach, the role will support the Head Swim Coach and Assistant
Head Swim Coach to deliver a successful swimming program for Cranbrook School and
Cranbrook Aquatic Swim Club.

The Swim Coach will plan and prepare squad sessions that are fun and positive experiences
that focus on correct swimming technique in a safe environment. They will attend all swim
meets, club nights, training sessions and clinics.

By conducting fair assessments of all swimmers, the Swim Coach will ensure all participants
are graded appropriately.

The Swim Coach will continuously seek opportunities to grow and improve their skills and
their teaching techniques in order to deliver the highest standards for competitive swimming.

Cranbrook School staff enjoy a stimulating work environment as part of a team of talented
professionals, excellent opportunities for professional development, and attractive
remuneration and benefits.

**ABOUT YOU**

You are an enthusiastic professional who has a passion for delivering high quality swim
coaching. You understand the importance of safety procedures and are able to create an
inclusive learning environment that is also enjoyable for all participants. You are customer
service focused and committed to providing an excellent user experience.

You are an excellent communicator, creative, and able to work well with students, parents
and other teachers. You are committed to continual professional development and
reflection, and have a genuine interest in the growth of young people.

**SELECTION CRITERIA**

- Previous coaching experience at competitive levels
- AUSTSWIM Teacher of Toward Competitive Strokes (or equivalent)
- Ability to use software including Meet Manager and Swim Central
- Excellent communication skills
- Highly organised with excellent time management skills
- A customer service focused approach in all interactions
- A level of mobility that supports the ability to respond to a first aid / behavioural

incident
- Current First Aid and CPR qualifications
- A firm commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
- A demonstrated understanding of child safety and appropriate behaviours when

engaging with children.

**HOW TO APPLY**

Applications should include a resume and a
cover letter addressing the selection criteria
and reasons for your interest in the position.
Details of at least three referees will be
requested from the successful applicant.

**ABOUT CRANBROOK SCHOOL**

Cranbrook is an Anglican, independent day
and boarding school, Pre-school to Year 12.

Our vision is to be a world class school which
encourages and enables all of our students
to explore, enjoy and fulfil their potential.
We lead our students to discover and make
the most of their talents, to thrive in, and
love the pursuit of, excellence. As a school
we energise the educational environment by
offering a rich and distinctive schooling both
within and beyond the curriculum and give
powerful pastoral support. Cranbrook builds
resilience and confidence so that each
student can face the challenges of the
twenty-first century with personal
confidence, intellectual versatility, academic
hunger and optimism.

Cranbrook is an International Baccalaureate
(IB) World School, and is accredited as an IB
Continuum School, offering the PYP, MYP
and IB Diploma Programme.

Cranbrook School is a child safe
organisation. We actively promote the safety
and wellbeing of all students and are
committed to protecting our students from
abuse and harm.

**WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK,**
**VACCINATION AND WORKING RIGHTS**

The successful applicant for this position will
be required to hold a current NSW Working
with Children Check clearance and be fully
vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine.

Applicants must be an Australian citizen or
permanent resident or hold a visa with
appropriate working rights.