Clarence Valley Council

Swim Coach

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can grow and develop while having the benefit of living in an idyllic North Coast location? Here at Clarence Valley Council, we strive to be a progressive employer that offers a rewarding and flexible work environment. Our vision is to create a community full of opportunity and our workforce is where we start to achieve our community aspirations.

Located in the Northern Rivers of NSW, we cover 10,441 square kilometres with the three major community hubs of Grafton, Yamba and Maclean. We are one of the biggest employers in the Valley and can offer you a rewarding career and a new lifestyle. Our goal is to be the employer of choice in the Valley, creating opportunities for those who live here already and for those who want to move here.

We are in an exciting period of transformation with a focus on employee engagement, satisfaction and delivering exceptional services and facilities for the community.

We strive to lead with openness and courage and want you to be part of that journey.

So come and join the team while enjoying all that Clarence Valley has to offer you and your family.

Learn more about living in the Clarence Valley here.

What you need to know...

• casual
• hours as required
• the package: $34.48 - $41.12 per hour, plus 25% casual loading, plus superannuation
• location: Yamba 

About the role

We are currently recruiting for a Swim Coach to provide expert coaching and technical instruction to swimmers of all ages and abilities at the Yamba Community Pool. This includes both water and dryland training and support for our junior coaches. 

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated coach to provide an enjoyable and positive environment that promotes member wellness and engagement. You will be an effective communicator with participants of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities and contribute to the development of individual swimmer's goals.

The successful applicant will need to be available to work Monday through to Sunday including early mornings depending on the needs of the Pool.

Don't delay, apply today.

Download the position description here.

To be considered for this position you will need to:

• Address the essential criteria
• Attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume (5 pages maximum) that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this position. You will need to demonstrate how you meet the focus capabilities and how your skills will enable you to achieve the key accountabilities.
• Target questions - answer the 3 target questions - maximum 300 words each question
  Q1. Tell us about your background in providing swim coaching to Elite Athletes  
  Q2. How would you help support the needs of individual athletes in achieving their goals 
  
  

Contact

Rick Sampson, Regional Aquatic Centre Manager on (02) 6641 7245

Closing date

Tuesday, 1 July 2025 at 11.30 pm (NSW time).

Other important information

Positions are located at Council's Yamba Community Heated Pool, however, this may change should business needs identify other work locations to be more appropriate to deliver our services in the future.

How to apply:

• All applications must be lodged online via Council's website www.clarence.nsw.gov.au.
• Attachments such as certificates and licences must be combined into one document before you attach them to your application.
• For further information about the selection process including tips on how to address the selection criteria please refer to the Careers page on the Clarence Valley Council website. 

For this application you will be required to supply a resume and relevant certificates and licences.

Do you want further information on how to apply under the Capability Framework? Please read our How to apply for a job guide.

Council is an EEO employer and First Nations people are encouraged to apply.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.