Sydney, NSW
Full Time
Join Australia’s most respected swim school network
Help Shape the Future of Competitive Swimming at Carlile Swim
Our Competitive Pathways program has a proud history of helping swimmers reach their potential.
We're looking for our next Competitive Pathways Coordinator to build on that success by coaching and developing swimmers, mentoring coaches and helping shape the future of our Competitive Pathways program across NSW.
This is a unique opportunity to combine hands-on coaching, swimmer development, pathway leadership and relationship building within one of Australia’s most respected aquatic organisations.
About Carlile Swim:
When Children Swim Better, Families Feel Safer
Carlile Swim is Australia's leading swim school, supporting swimmers from their very first lesson through to competitive swimming, helping children become safer, more confident swimmers for life.
Founded by Forbes and Ursula Carlile over 80 years ago, we continue to lead the industry through exceptional teaching, innovation and a commitment to developing swimmers at every stage of their journey.
The Opportunity:
As our Competitive Pathways Coordinator, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality coaching while supporting the continued growth of our Competitive Pathways program.
This is a hands-on role working across multiple Carlile Swim locations, combining coaching, coach development and program coordination while helping swimmers reach their potential in a positive, safe and high-performing environment.
In this role, you will:
Coach Competitive Pathways squads and help swimmers reach their potential
Mentor and support Competitive Pathways coaches
Champion high-quality coaching standards and program delivery
Support swimmer progression through our Competitive Pathways program
Attend swim meets, providing coaching, feedback and support to swimmers
Build strong relationships with swimmers, families and centre teams
Coordinate squad administration and pathway communication
Identify opportunities to strengthen participation, retention and program growth
Promote a positive, safe and inclusive team culture
Location:
This role works across our Competitive Pathways programs at:
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Killarney Heights
- Ryde
- Cherrybrook
Travel between locations will be required.
This role may involve a combination of before and after school coaching sessions, with some weekend swim meet attendance required.
About the Programs:
Otters Squad
A development squad designed for younger swimmers showing strong potential and interest in extending their swimming journey.
Competitive Transition Squad (CTS)
A transition squad supporting swimmers interested in progressing toward competitive swimming environments and club pathways.
These programs are designed to complement and support existing competitive swimming pathways, including partnership opportunities with Carlile Swimming Club.
About You
You'll enjoy developing swimmers, supporting coaches and creating environments where athletes and teams can thrive.
You'll bring:
✔️ Previous squad coaching experience
✔️ A passion for developing athletes and mentoring coaches
✔️ Strong leadership, communication and relationship-building skills
✔️ Excellent organisational and planning skills
✔️ A collaborative, proactive and solutions-focused approach
✔️ A commitment to safety, continuous improvement and exceptional family experiences
✔️ Current CPR and NSW Working with Children Check, or willingness to obtain
Why Join Carlile Swim?
- Join Australia's leading swim school and one of Australia's most respected aquatic organisations
- Play a key role in developing the next generation of competitive swimmers
- Work alongside passionate coaches and experienced leaders
- Grow your career in a collaborative, purpose-led organisation
- Help strengthen and grow an established Competitive Pathways program
- Be part of a culture built on our PACE values: Passionate, All In, Connected and Keep Evolving
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're passionate about coaching swimmers, developing people and helping shape the future of competitive swimming, we'd love to hear from you.
Applications close 31st August 2026.
Carlile Swim is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All appointments are subject to appropriate screening and safeguarding requirements.
Carlile Swim is a nationally recognised swim school network with more than 150 years of combined experience and over 30 locations across Australia. Now united under one brand, we are committed to leading the industry and enriching the communities we serve through exceptional swim education and water safety.
