Swim School Coordinator
Are you passionate about aquatics and ready to take on a leadership role? We’re looking for a dynamic and motivated Swim School Coordinator to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to lead and deliver engaging, safe, and high-quality swim programs for our community.
At The Town of Victoria Park, we believe in creating a workplace that is not only successful and diverse but also caring and kind. We are committed to fostering a sense of belonging where every team member feels appreciated, safe, and valued. Our dynamic career opportunities and proactive, inclusive culture make us a great place to grow your career.
In this role, you’ll coordinate day-to-day Swim School operations, lead and develop a team of instructors and assistants, and drive continuous improvement by implementing new initiatives, ensuring programs are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards for our community.
The position is offered as a full-time role, with the possibility of a part-time or job-share arrangement for the right candidate.
About us
Warm and Welcoming Environment: Experience a family-like atmosphere where your wellbeing is our priority.
Career Development: Take advantage of opportunities to diversify and grow your career with us. We welcome newcomers to the industry and will support your professional journey.
Employee Wellbeing: Participate in our comprehensive wellbeing programs and enjoy free use of the pool and gym.
Community and Culture: Be part of a vibrant community with lots to offer. Our teams are built on strong organisational culture, with open communication channels and accessible leadership.
Your new role
Working with the Leisure Facilities Programs Manager, your primary responsibilities will be to oversee:
- Leading, supervising and supporting Swim School Instructors and Assistants to deliver high-quality programs and customer service
- Coordinating recruitment, onboarding, induction and ongoing training of swim school staff
- Managing daily Swim School operations, systems, reporting and documentation
- Overseeing the Swim School budget and monitoring monthly financial performance
- Ensuring programs operate in a safe, compliant and welcoming environment
- Supporting marketing and promotion of Swim School programs, ensuring accurate customer information
- Monitoring performance, KPIs and trends, and implementing service improvements
- Building professional networks within the aquatics and local government sector
What you’ll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you’ll bring strong leadership capability and operational judgement, and a passion for water safety and community outcomes.
You will have:
- Demonstrated experience coordinating or leading a Swim School or similar aquatics program
- Strong people leadership skills, with experience supervising, supporting and developing staff
- Proven ability to manage budgets, reporting and operational performance
- Sound knowledge of swim teaching techniques, water safety, rescue procedures and first aid
- The ability to manage complex situations with staff and customers in a calm and professional manner
- Strong organisational, time management and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
The benefits of working for us
- salary range of $87,558 - $92,336 per annum
- up to 18% Council superannuation contribution
- five weeks annual leave
- work-life balance including flexible working arrangements, easy access to public transport and our famous Albany Hwy café strip
- job share opportunities may be considered
- free use of gym and aquatic facilities (conditions apply)
- ongoing training and development
- exciting change-creating projects!
Sound like you?
For further information on this position and how to apply please visit our website, www.victoriapark.wa.gov.au
All applications must address the bolded selection criteria in the position description. This should be included in your cover letter and accompanied by your CV.
The Town of Victoria Park is committed to equal employment opportunities and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds. Applicants who identify as Aboriginal, live with a disability, CaLD or LGBTQIA+ are encouraged to apply.
