Pymble Ladies’ College is a school of the Uniting Church in Australia for girls Kindergarten to Year 12 with boarding from Year 7. At Pymble, we foster a world-class educational environment with the importance of global citizenship and a worldwide perspective central to our strategic intent.

We believe our staff, both teaching and non-teaching, are our most valuable resource. We are proud to have passionate and dedicated staff who recognise the unique strengths and qualities of every Pymble girl.

The role

We are seeking a highly ambitious, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable coach who is looking to develop a team of motivated swimmers who compete at State and National levels. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of coaching success, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of advanced swimming techniques, training methodologies, and race strategies.

The Swimming Coach - Competitive Squad will support the strategic development of all swimming programmes as we establish Pymble as the leading swim centre in Australia.  
This role will involve early morning and afternoon sessions, some weekend work as well as participation in Swim camps.

Click here for the position description. 

Our kind of team member

You will demonstrate the following attributes and capabilities:

• Minimum Advanced Swimming Coaching License or the willingness to obtain
• Development of and coaching experience with National Age Group competitive swimmers
• A collaborative style, with effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Energetic approach to coaching with the ability to unite and empower young athletes 
• Desirable Degree in Sport Science (or underway with completion by 2025/26)
• Willingness to support the ethos and values of the College

Your kind of workplace

Pymble people are at the heart of what the College offers its students. That’s why every Teacher, Professional Services and Co-curricular staff member is valued for being the person they are, for the quality of their work, for their diverse contribution and for their wins – big and small. We express our appreciation in many ways, including through recognition programs, story sharing, celebrations, feedback, and competitive remuneration.

We treasure our caring, collegiate community, which Pymble people often refer to as the ‘Pymble family’. We also appreciate that our family is not the only one in the lives of Pymble people, so we ‘walk the talk’ when it comes to supporting work-life balance, providing family benefits and contributing to community connections.

Your kind of benefits

The salary for this role is competitive and commensurate with experience. We also offer a range of benefits, including:

• Training and professional development support
• Access to our Aquatic and Fitness Centre, with free Yoga and Pilates classes
• Daily morning tea
• Discounted school fees (where applicable)
• A dedicated Staff Wellbeing team and regular social events
• Close to public transport and onsite or nearby (street) parking
• access to Pymble Smart Spending, which is a retail discounts platform

We also provide a wide range of opportunities for Pymble people personally and professionally through growth strategies, career progression, access to the latest technology and best in class resources.

Our kind of process

To learn more about this position, the calibre of person we are seeking to appoint, what makes Pymble an excellent place to work and continue your journey of professional growth - please submit your application online.

Our process normally involves two rounds of interviews and reference checks. Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may occur prior to the closing date. Applications for this opportunity will close on Monday 24th March 2025.

Successful candidates must provide a paid Working with Children Check prior to engagement.

Pymble Ladies’ College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workforce which represents the diverse society in which we live. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

We acknowledge the Durramurragal as the traditional custodians of the land on which our College is built. We pay respect to Elders past, present and future recognising the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.