Aligned Leisure is a 100% owned subsidiary of the Richmond Football Club, established as a vehicle to manage the operations of Richmond’s health, fitness and leisure business activities. Supported by the people and business systems of the Richmond Football Club, Aligned Leisure currently operates 53 leisure centres, community stadiums, pools, gyms, skate parks, gymnastics programs, theatres and other facilities throughout Victoria and New South Wales.
At Aligned Leisure, culture is paramount, and we are committed to developing our people in a supportive environment. Connecting to Thrive and Win is about connecting not only with customers, but also about staff connecting with each other with humour and care, through storytelling and authenticity, to build genuine relationships.
We are constantly on the lookout for talented individuals who fit our culture and either wish to learn a new industry or further develop their existing skills. If you have a passion for your local region, a focus on supporting your community and a desire to help us in providing the best level of service, we would love to hear from you.
Child Safety Commitment:
Aligned Leisure is committed to the safety of children. We want all children who attend our facilities and/or are in our care to be safe, happy and empowered. We are committed to the safety, protection, participation and empowerment of all children by implementing Child Safe Standards and providing a safe and supportive environment for all children. We make sure that children are not exposed to any form of harmful conduct or abuse and each child is empowered to participate in decisions that affect them and to share any concerns they may have.
Job Description
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Swimming Squad Coach will be responsible for coaching swimmers in Doncaster Templestowe Swim Club’s program. This may include Development, Adults, Bronze, Silver, Gold levels and/or State and National level swimmers.
The Swimming Squad Coach will prioritise personal best, together with the welfare and development of each student and support swimmers to train and compete with a high level of sportsmanship and support for their peers. Doncaster Templestowe Swim Club Squad Coaches are continuously identifying and managing any safety risks and protecting swimmers under your care.
The Squad Coach will provide high quality coaching to improve swimmers’ technique and ongoing development. Coaches will be required at various internal and external meets/competitions.
They will take pride in supervising such an important community asset and ensure it is always presented immaculately and maintained to the highest standards. They will work closely with the Swimming Lessons program to teach and develop future talent.
Squad Coaches must be available to work a mixture of early morning, daytime, evening, and weekend shifts.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Coaching
Provide a high-quality teaching environment to support Doncaster Templestowe Swim Club squad members to achieve and thrive
Clear process for technique development and stroke correction
Best practice teaching methods with a growth mindset
Conduct coaching sessions daily for all levels and abilities
Maintain qualifications and seek out learning opportunities
Experience and skill to identify talent and develop coaching programmes to progress swimmers at optimal rate
Implementation/support Holiday intensive training schedules, learn to swim and technique sessions
Implement coaching programs for youth, adults and access all abilities
Provide squad plans each term for all aspects of the coaching program
Drive and increase the number of participants across all coaching programs by the agreed KPI each year
Support to establish new coaching programs based on community needs
Perform duties in line with procedures and training
Welcome and educate new participants so they feel comfortable in the aquatic environment
Assist to develop a Performance Training and Competition Plan and work with coaches to confirm same across other squads
Assist to develop an Annual Schedule of activities
2. Health and Safety of all staff and customers
Identify potential risks to safety and take steps to reduce those risks
Implement and monitor compliance to policies and procedures
Discuss health and safety with other staff, on every shift
Oversee the evacuation of the aquatic environment in accordance with procedures as required
Act as Area Warden for the aquatic area when instructed
Risk assesses work instructions to identify any hazards and act to rectify any identified risks
Ensure the dissemination of OHS, Risk and Environment information to any staff working in the aquatic area relevant to their roles and responsibilities.
3. Outstanding service delivery to all customers and stakeholders
Aligned Leisure will be renowned for delivering outstanding service and providing memorable experiences for our customers. In your role, you will be relentless in identifying these opportunities and you will always ask yourself “How would I want a member of my family treated in this situation?”
All Aligned Leisure staff will understand and deliver on our customer charter
4. General duties and administration
Provide the frontline service for all facility programs and services
Proactively address all enquiries, ensuring that suitable outcomes are provided to each individual customer
Ensure all reports, checklists and procedures are completed and signed off by the Duty Captain
The Squad coach may from time to time be required to undertake other tasks as directed by the Duty Captain, Head Coach or Leisure Manager
Desired Skills and Experience
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
Employee Working With Children Check
CPR
Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety qualification
Teacher of Competitive Strokes
Development Coach (Broze Coach) qualifications (highly desirable)
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum two years' experience in swimming coaching or teaching, with a demonstrated understanding of competitive swimming.
Current Pool Lifeguard Award -SISSS00111 Pool Lifeguard
Aligned Leisure welcome applicants without the above qualifications who meet the desired personal attributes. All successful applicants will need to obtain the above qualifications prior to starting employment.
Personal Attributes:
High level communication and consultation skills, including a commitment to open, honest, two-way, and frequent communication.
Decision making skills, including the ability to consult and gather information, consider alternatives, and communicate decisions.
High level of awareness to pre-empt issues and risks.
Disciplined to focus on Athlete development and customer safety.
Focused on the customer experience and service.
Conflict resolution skills.
A commitment to professionalism and accountability
