Assistant Swimming Coach

About the Role

Sheldon College is seeking an energetic athlete-centred Assistant Swimming Coach to help deliver our Sheldon Academy of Sport program. This role suits someone who thrives on structured squad environments cares about great technique and enjoys guiding swimmers from Learn-to-Swim through to competitive pathways.

As a key member of the coaching team youll support the Head Coach to plan and run safe effective sessions aligned to long-term athlete development occasionally leading squads when required. Youll build positive relationships with students and families record attendance and training notes set up/pack down equipment uphold Child Safety and WH&S standards and provide on-deck support at school and club meets.

This role is Part-time or Casual Term-time. Baseline of 13.5 hours per week (five afternoons and one morning) with additional hours for carnivals and school holiday programs as needed.

Why work at Sheldon College

Sheldon College has proudly been named an Employer of Choice in Education for 2025 a testament to our commitment to creating a supportive rewarding and dynamic workplace. We believe that People Make the Difference and we invest in our staff through industry-leading benefits that promote Financial Health and Wellbeing Social Family and Professional Growth.

Our leading comprehensive benefits include:

• Above Award remuneration.
• Salary Sacrifice and Superannuation Co-Contribution.
• College-paid Parental Leave.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families.
• Corporate discounts including Health Insurance Gym and Optometry.
• Employee fee discounts at our on-site Early Learning Centre and Prep12 College.
• Staff Wellness Program and Staff Wellness Committee.

About You

• Minimum Swimming Australia Development Coach accreditation and/or AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming & Water Safety.
• Blue Card (Working with Children) essential.
• Current Pool Lifeguard (including CPR) and First Aid qualifications or ability and willingness to quickly obtain these
• Demonstrated competitive swimming experience and/or experience in teaching or coaching swimming
• Technique focused across all four strokes with sound knowledge of starts turns and race skills.
• Reliable punctual and able to lead sessions independently when needed.
• Comfortable with early mornings afternoon blocks and occasional weekends for meets and carnivals.
• Organised with basic administrative skills (attendance session notes equipment care and safety checks).
• Strong WH&S and Child Safety mindset. Professional positive and team-first.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting the Head Coach with the safe effective delivery of training sessions
• Commitment to learning and taking direction from the Head Coach
• Leading training sessions in the absence of the Head Coach
• Supporting athletes at school and club competitions as required
• Communicating effectively with swimmers parents and College staff
• The effective use and care of equipment required for swimming activities
• Accurately recording the attendance of all participants
• Complying with all College and legislative Health & Safety policies and procedures
• Ensuring behavioural standards are maintained and align with the Colleges 4Cs of Courtesy Consideration Co-operation and Common Sense
• Maintain high standards of dress and appearance actively promote the Colleges values and adhere to the College Staff Code of Conduct.

About Us

Sheldon Collegeis an independent co-educational non-denominational College situated in Redland City catering for students from 15 months of age through to Year 12. We provide a first-class curriculum in the academicsporting and cultural arenas with access tostate-of-the-art classrooms laboratories resource centres and studios as well as cultural performing arts and sporting facilities.

Our Educators are our most valuable investment. Every member of our Early Learning staff plays a key role in delivering excellence in education. We deliver on our commitment toprovide outstanding education in a safe secure learning environment underpinned by our philosophy ofLoveLaughter and Learning.