ABOUT US

Knox Grammar School is an independent, multi-campus Kindergarten to Year 12 day and boarding school for boys, located at Wahroonga on Sydney’s North Shore. In addition to the single-sex campuses, Knox also operates Wahroonga Preparatory School, a co-educational campus for students Pre-Kindergarten to Year 6.

A leading Uniting Church School, Knox aims to develop students of Faith, Wisdom, Integrity, Compassion and Courage within a caring Christian environment.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Conduct swimming lessons and junior development level sessions to meet the defined needs of the students and expectations of Knox Grammar School’s programs.
• Responsible for safe, efficient and effective implementation of the programs and policies of the pool and to ensure the resources are most effectively utilised.
• Assist the Aquatic Centre Manager to ensure awareness of all educational programs provided and promote them in a positive manner.
• Maintenance of equipment, cleanliness of the storage area and setting up and putting away of all equipment required for lessons.
• Keep accurate student history and attendance records for every class and advise swim school staff when students are to be upgraded and certificates to be issued.
• Attend all program activities including coaches meetings, training sessions and Saturday sport 

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Swim Australia or Austswim Teacher of Swimming & Water Safety (Essential)
• CPR/Resuscitation Certificate (Essential)
• Swim Australia or Austswim Teacher of Aquatics with People of Disabilities (Desirable)
• Teacher of Competitive Strokes (Desirable)
• Senior First Aid Certificate (Desirable)
• Pool Lifeguard (Desirable)
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on building and maintaining quality relationships with all members of the School’s community.
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt and operate effectively in a demanding and changing environment.

OUR OFFER

Our staff across all campuses are key to providing exceptional experiences. Whether academic, operations, administration and co-curricular staff, we all work together as a team to contribute to providing quality care and education and a great place to work.

• Competitive salary
• Professional development and growth opportunities 
• Staff awards and recognition 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Daily morning tea provided and onsite café

Knox offers outstanding long-term career opportunities, is values driven and an equal opportunity employer.  Knox encourages all qualified applicants to apply.

Before applying, please read the comprehensive role description found on our website: knox.nsw.edu.au/employment

Knox Grammar School is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all our students and children involved in activities at Knox. The School actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of all students, and requires all prospective school staff to be suitable and committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment.

The School partners with Australia's leading child protection organisation, Bravehearts, to provide training and education for staff, parents and students. All Knox staff receive annual training in child protection.

All statutory checks and references are required prior to confirmation of employment.

Successful applicants will be required to provide the School with a current NSW Working with Children Check number.