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Job Title


Swimming Coach


Company : Macquarie University Hospital


Location : Ryde, New South Wales


Created : 2025-02-10


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

time left to apply End Date: March 7, 2025 (25 days left to apply)job requisition id R000018351PRIMARY DETAILBe part of a dynamic team committed to developing and coaching swimmers to reach their highest potential.THE ROLECampus Life is currently seeking casual swimming coaches to join the Macquarie University Sports and Aquatics Centre (MUSAC) team. Reporting to the Head Coach, the casual swimming coaches will be responsible for delivering face-to-face training sessions in both competitive and recreational streams within the MQU Squad program.Duties include:Coach and develop swimmers from the Junior Development phase through to Senior Competition phase within the MQU Squad program.Develop and implement seasonal training plans, providing coaching and advice on technical stroke correction and competition-based performance training plans.Provide direction to swimmers of all abilities, adapting and modifying stroke models to suit varying abilities.Attend and coach at MQU Club races, internal and external competitions.In consultation with the Head Coach, plan and coordinate the running of MQU internal Club racing opportunities.In collaboration with the Head Coach and Assistant Coach, implement student retention activities.Consult with Head Coach to assist and provide feedback within the squad program via the use of CRM system, for continued growth and improvement of the squad program.Coach School Holiday Squad Programs.Maintain accurate records on athletes/swimmers progression within the program.Completion of administration duties including parent enquiries & parent feedback on student progression.ABOUT USMacquarie University Sport and Aquatic Centre (MUSAC) is a multi-purpose venue. Located at Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde, our facility includes a 6-lane heated indoor pool, and an 8-lane outdoor heated Olympic-sized swimming pool. The coaching team provides coaching and direction in best practice and techniques for competitive swimmers of all ages.At Campus Life we believe in a diverse, robust, and supportive work environment. We know our capacity to drive progressive change and offer excellent programs and services is increased when our team has a diversity of backgrounds and experience. We are committed to our people; we embrace diversity and welcome our people just as they are.Our BenefitsComplementary Macquarie University Sport & Aquatic Centre gym access.Staff discounts at Campus Life operated hospitality and retail outlets.Access to our staff wellbeing program and staff support services.Working on a vibrant parkland campus, with a huge variety of food & beverage outlets, and general practice & hospital amenities.Access to discounted corporate health insurance and free employee flu shot program.ABOUT YOUYou have a customer-centric mindset combined with demonstrated experience teaching and coaching within the aquatics industry. You have the ability to work well in a team environment, as well as the initiative to work independently.In addition, you meet the following criteria:Hold AUSTSWIM or SCTA Teacher Towards Competitive Strokes and/or SCTA Development Coach certification.Demonstrated experience coaching in a competitive/development squad environment.Possesses experience of competitive coaching of Metropolitan/Country level athletes and above.Ability to develop and nurture swimmers of all abilities with diverse backgrounds.Work hours will vary throughout the competition season. Must be available to work on a rotating roster seven (7) days per week.This role requires a NSW Working with Children Check, current First Aid and CPR certificates.TO APPLYIf you want to work in a team of enthusiastic and like-minded people, whose passion is coaching swimmers of all abilities, in an encouraging and nurturing environment, please submit your CV and cover letter addressing your suitability for the role.For a position description or role-specific queries, please contact Sunny Fung on (02) 9850 1916.Applications Close: Thursday, 06 March 2025, 11:59pm AEDSTIf you''re already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you''ll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.Diversity and InclusionInnovation and ingenuity thrive at Macquarie University when diversity, equity and inclusion take centre stage. At the University, we embrace a culture where diversity of background, experience and perspective are fundamental to our success.We do not discriminate on gender identity, age, culture, disability, sexuality, Indigeneity, family and caring responsibilities or religion. See our journey towards leadership in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education.Flexible WorkAt Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. #J-18808-Ljbffr