Junior School Swimming Coordinator

St Kevin's College Inc; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Access to pool and gym facilities

Onsite parking

Job summary

St Kevin’s College in Melbourne is seeking an experienced aquatics coach for a full-time, fixed-term role. The position supports the Head of Aquatics and involves delivering water confidence training to boys from early years through upper primary, with occasional time in the water.

The role runs across Monday to Saturday, typically 38 hours per week, starting 4 January. You will work with a strong community, access pool and gym facilities, and have salary packaging options.

Qualifications

• Experience in a junior school or learn-to-swim program.
• Understanding of child development and early learning principles.
• Qualifications in swimming and water safety.

Responsibilities

• Deliver water confidence and learn-to-swim instruction to students.
• Coaching several mornings per week as part of the schedule.
• Assist with aquatic program operations and safety procedures.

Skills

Junior school / learn-to-swim ervaring

Child development knowledge

Water safety qualifications

Engagement of young learners

Education

Swimming and water safety qualifications

Job description

St Kevin’s College is a leading independent Catholic Boys' School, committed to standards of excellence in the formation of young people, educating boys from ELC (co‑ed) to Year 12.

We strive with compassion and integrity for the development of the whole person, integrating spiritual development, academic success, cultural awareness and sporting participation. St Kevin’s has developed a strong academic tradition where each boy is encouraged to take responsibility for his own learning in an environment that values knowledge and scholarship.

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Head of Aquatics, the successful applicant will be working 38 across Monday to Saturday, mostly coaching 6 mornings per week.

Commencing 4 January, the position will be focusing on delivering water confidence and may at times be required to be in the water.

This is a full‑time fixed term position for 12 months, replacing staff on leave.

About You:

You have previous experience in a junior school or learn to swim program, together with an understanding of child development and early learning principles. With qualifications in swimming and water safety, you have the ability to engage, motivate and manage young learners

• A strong community which carries a rich history of academic excellence and holistic education.
• A solid focus on internal and external professional development
• Salary packaging options
• Access to pool and gym facilities
• Onsite parking and close to Heyington Train Station platform

Applications close: 20 November 2026 Applicants must have a 'right to work' in Australia.

Child Protection

St Kevin's College is committed to the creation and maintenance of a child safe school environment. The care, safety and welfare of students are embedded in policies and procedures which ensure a commitment to zero tolerance of child abuse. Please read and review the College’s Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Protection and Safety Policy found on the Policy & Reports page of our website. www.stkevins.vic.edu.au .