- Lead and oversee swim progression, from Learn to Swim through to the State Development squad.
- Lead a team of passionate junior coaches.
- Full Time, leadership role offering generous salary.
About Yarra Plenty Waves
Yarra Plenty Waves is a vibrant community organisation committed to nurturing a lifelong love of swimming. Our home base is at the Herb Norman Pool in Greensborough, where we offer a diverse range of aquatic programs for swimmers of all ages and skill levels. From beginners to advanced athletes, we strive to provide comprehensive instruction and support to help every member achieve their swimming goals. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to develop and ignite a lifelong passion for swimming. Through our programs, we aim to instil a deep appreciation for the water and its benefits, promoting physical fitness, personal growth, and a sense of community.
The Role
This is a newly created senior position at Melbourne’s largest and most successful swimming club in the Metro North district. The Head of Development: Swimming Pathways Coach is responsible for providing high-quality coaching, leadership, communication, and motivation to all stakeholders at Yarra Plenty Waves. This role directly supports the Director of Coaching and the Director of Facilities in.
- Guiding Learn-to-Swim (LTS) students towards competitive squads, identifying talent and fostering their passion for the sport.
- Leading and oversee swim progression from LTS through to the state development squad.
- Preparing swimmers for advancement to competition performance pathways.
Key Accountabilities
- Oversee Progression: Assist instructors in transitioning swimmers from LTS to squad levels, using appropriate squad language and identifying talent.
- Program Development: Create and deliver individual programs that align with the overall swimming pathway plan and calendar.
- Leadership and Mentorship: Lead and mentor Assistant Junior Squad Coaches.
- Quality Coaching: Deliver coaching that adheres to Yarra Plenty Waves guidelines, industry standards, and best practices.
- Performance Excellence: Foster an environment of excellence to ensure consistent improvement in swimmer performance.
- Contribute to Club Events: Participate in the design, application, and supervision of club events (race meets/club nights), providing advice and assistance.
- Internal and External Competitions: Attend and coach at competitions.
- Swimming Clinics: Assist in planning and implementing swimming camps and clinics in consultation with the Directors and coaching team.
- Administrative Support: Perform administrative duties to support the Directors, including planning and designing the swimming pathway, scheduling, and communicating with parents and staff.
Essential Criteria
- Development Coaching Accreditation
- Qualified Swim Teacher; teaching swimming and water safety
- Pool Lifeguard
- First Aid Certificate
- Current CPR
- Ability to meet child protection act requirements
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work cooperatively as a team member
- Reliable, trustworthy, punctual
- Availability to work weekends and flexible hours during the week
- Valid driver's licence with reliable transportation
Desirable Criteria
- Strength & Conditioning Certificate or equivalent is desirable
- Experience in the development and design of learn to swim and water safety program administration
- Adult Squad coaching experience
- Teacher of Access and Inclusion / Learners with Disability
- Teacher of Adolescents and Adults
If you are a passionate and friendly person who realises the tremendous opportunity this role offers and wants to utilise your skills and passion in a fun and competitive environment, we want to hear from you!
Learn More About Our Vision for the Future Watch our vision for the future and explore our Strategic Plan 2023-2028, which is designed to unify all aspects of our operations and drive real growth for Yarra Plenty Waves.
