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Swim Coach
Yarra Plenty Waves Swim Club | Greensborough, Victoria
Casual | $35–$40 per hour, including applicable penalty rates
Yarra Plenty Waves is looking for a Swim Coach to join our coaching team in Greensborough.
We’re a competitive swimming club with a 40-year history of helping swimmers develop from their early swimming years through to national-level racing. With Yarra Swim School and our club squads operating together, our coaches are part of a genuine long-term pathway for swimmers.
Our coaching philosophy is simple:
Develop the person. Develop the athlete. Performance will follow.
The role
Working with our Head Coach and Lead Development Coach, you’ll help deliver squad sessions and support swimmers to develop their technique, fitness, confidence and race skills.
You’ll have the opportunity to:
- deliver training sessions
- provide clear and useful feedback
- support swimmers at selected swim meets
- work with swimmers across different ages and abilities
- work across our squad pathway
- work alongside our coaching and Swim School teams
- develop your coaching skills and take on greater responsibility over time
We’re looking for someone who is reliable, positive, supportive and willing to learn. Coaching experience and qualifications are important, but so are attitude, communication and the ability to work well as part of a team.
When we train
- Monday to Sunday mornings, from approximately 5:45am (later start Sunday)
- Monday to Friday afternoons and evenings, between 4:00pm and 8:30pm depending on the program
- selected weekend sessions and swim meets
- flexible days and shifts based on your availability and program needs
What you need
- ASCTA Coach Accreditation or equivalent recognised swimming coaching qualification
- current Pool Lifeguard Award
- current CPR and First Aid
- valid Working with Children Check
- experience working with swimmers
- good communication and teamwork skills
- a supportive approach to working with swimmers and families
- willingness to continue learning and developing as a coach
Why join YPW?
In the 2025/26 season, YPW swimmers achieved:
- 120 club records
- 16 Australian Age Championships qualifiers
- two Australian Age Championships bronze medals
- fourth overall at the Victorian Metro Championships
You’ll work from our home base at Herb Norman Pool, as well as WaterMarc, and have the opportunity to learn from experienced coaches and grow within our coaching structure.
We provide:
- $35–$40 per hour, including applicable penalty rates, depending on qualifications and experience
- casual and flexible work options
- club polo shirt
- free on-site parking
- staff room and kitchen at our home pool
- mentoring and opportunities to take on greater responsibility
How to apply
Please apply through our online application form and provide:
- resume
- qualifications
- Working with Children Check details
- availability
- short cover letter or video introduction
- two referees
Apply online:
https://www.yarraplentywaves.com.au/jobs
Questions: [email protected]
Only applicants selected to progress to the next stage will be contacted.
Pay: $30.00 – $40.00 per hour
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
