Job description
About State Sport Centres:Are you ready to be a crucial part of the dynamic world of State Sport Centres? We are the heartbeat of premier multi-sport facilities in Victoria, dedicated to fostering peak performance, unlocking potential, and delivering world-class events. State Sport Centres are more than just facilities; we're the driving force behind sports enthusiasts reaching new heights. We exist to fuel passion, inspire excellence, and contribute to the well-being of the Victorian community. Join the team that transforms the sports landscape and creates a legacy of excitement, engagement, and inspiration. About the role: The Learn to Swim Team Leader is responsible for leading the Swim School based at Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC). The primary focus of this role is Swim School program coordination, staff support and recruitment, development of programs that are customer focused and in line with the organisations business plan targets as well as teaching outcomes and assist in the development of our school swimming program.The role will also be responsible for the day to day administrative task including staff rostering and shift coverage and requires experience in customer service and stakeholder management.The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in a Team Leadership role within an aquatics setting. You will have experience with program coordination and management as well as extensive exposure to coordinating teaching and assessment activities and staff within a swim school.Key responsibilities will include:Supervise daily swim school operations to ensure a quality serviceDevelop, plan, and implement swim programs aligned with SSCT Ethos, legislative, and industry guidelinesIntroduce new programs for MSAC swim school growth Collaborate with key stakeholders for industry recognitionOversee the progression of students through the Learn to Swim Program and support the transition into competitive Swim SquadsManage staff, teacher rostering, timesheets Oversee employee induction, performance reviews, and debt collectionEnsure OHS and legislative compliance for SSCT facilitiesAddress customer complaints, provide training, and liaise with Perfect GymFacilitate cooperation with other departments for program bookingsRequired skills and Qualifications:Current Austswim – Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety Austswim – Teacher of Infant Aquatics Provide First Aid Minimum two years’ experience in teaching and coaching swimming High degree of exposure to coordinating teaching and assessment activities and staff within a swim school High level of computer literacy, including Word, Excel and Outlook Working with Children Check Staff coordination experience including rostering Perfect Gym Experience (desirable)Why is this a great place to work?You will love working at Melbourne Sports Centres. Here’s just a few reasons why:Great staff benefits including free parking, performance gym membership, discounts at MSC food & beverage, retail outlets and complimentary court hire for casual bookings across the stadiumsFamily and friends’ discounts on performance gym membershipDiscounts on holiday programs and creche for financial dependentsFlexible working hoursYou will be challenged daily and can develop yourself as a person as well as gaining valuable career skillsWe have a fantastic team of people who are great to work withOur mission is to help people to be excited about sport, engage in healthy activity and feel inspired to be their best. That is a rewarding thing to be a part ofWe are surrounded by elite athletes daily and you will support various elite sports and world class eventsHow to apply:Please send through a resume and a cover letter to support your application for this role at Melbourne Sport Centres. We will be reviewing applications and commencing interviews as they come in, so please don't delay in applying. For further information please contact Abigail Grant, Talent Acquisition Business Partner +61 3 9926 1358SSCT values diversity, is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and from people with disabilities. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are visitors to our venues and facilities. Successful applicants will be required to provide a current Working with Children Check before being able to commence employment.