Pauline Saario
Phone: 0409 536 588
Location: South Gippsland and Bass Coast, VIC, Australia
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Who We Are:
South Gippsland Bass Swimming Club is proud to serve families and swimmers across the South Gippsland and Bass Coast regions, providing high-quality coaching, strong community connections, and a supportive environment for swimmers of all ages and abilities. We’re passionate about developing confident, capable athletes while fostering a lifelong love of swimming.

We are currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Head Coach to join our dedicated coaching team. You’ll play a key role in delivering a structured, engaging coaching program that supports swimmers at all levels—whether they’re just starting out or aiming for competitive goals.

What You'll Do:
● Design and deliver high-quality swim coaching sessions tailored to different age groups and abilities.
● Foster a positive and inclusive environment for swimmers and their families.
● Build strong relationships with club members and help grow participation.
● Support the development and progression of swimmers in line with club goals.

Your Role
As our Head Coach, you'll be at the heart of our club, responsible for:
● Leading and Mentoring: Guiding our dedicated team of coaches across all levels, helping them learn and grow professionally.
● Building Our Culture: Keeping our positive, family-focused atmosphere strong, supporting our swimmers, parents, coaches, and volunteers.
● Coaching Our Best: Working directly with our National Squads, running programs that meet state and national standards.
● Designing Our Future: Creating and putting into action SMART training plans that help swimmers develop over the long term, from beginners to elite athletes.
● Connecting with the Sport: Staying in touch with Swimming Victoria, Swimming Australia, and other key partners.
● Being a Club Champion: Being a visible, friendly, and motivating presence at the pool and within our community.


About You:
You are a motivated and community-minded coach with a passion for swimming and youth development. You bring energy, professionalism, and a collaborative mindset to your work, and you thrive in a team environment.
We're looking for someone with:
● Current Swimming Australia Coach Accreditation
● At least five years of coaching experience (including state/national level)
● A strong understanding of athlete development and talent pathways
● Experience leading a coaching team and building positive culture
● Excellent communication and leadership skills
● A passion for coaching, wellbeing, and community sport
● Current Working with Children Check, CPR and First Aid
● A current driver’s licence and legal right to work in Australia
Bonus if you also have:
● Performance Coach Accreditation
● Strength & Conditioning qualifications

Important Information
● South Gippsland Bass Swimming Club is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are dedicated to creating a welcoming environment for all staff and applicants.
● You must have the legal right to work in Australia. As part of our commitment to child safety, the successful candidate will need to pass a National Police Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check.


What We Offer:
● Flexible coaching hours
● Ongoing professional development
● Supportive club culture with a strong community focus
● Opportunities to make a real difference in young athletes’ lives
● Structured coaching pathway with direct access to our feeder swim schools, ensuring a steady stream of talent
● Dedicated administrative and business support for scheduling, communications and event planning
● Partnership with local gyms, giving you seamless access to their facilities and hands-on support from certified fitness staff.


Child Safety Commitment:
South Gippsland Bass Swimming Club is committed to safeguarding children and young people. We promote a child-safe environment and expect all coaches and volunteers to share this commitment.

Diversity and Inclusion:
We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any accessibility requirements or would like to discuss adjustments to support your application, please get in touch.

Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]