Position No: 841173
Applications Close: 21/04/2026 5:00 PM
Occupation: Sport / Coaching
Work Type: Casual
About BGS
Founded in 1882, Brighton Grammar is an Anglican school passionate about developing, inspiring and guiding each boy to achieve his personal best in every way. The School’s evidence informed teaching and learning strategy, supported by our in-house research centre, attract the best minds in education.
At Brighton Grammar, the philosophies that underpin our work in the classroom extend to those that are adopted in our co-curricular and BGS+ programs. Participation in sport and other co-curricular programs teaches life skills such as teamwork, courage, accountability, respect and leadership.
The role
We are currently recruiting for additional Swim Instructors to join our Learn to Swim team. Although varied, students are usually aged between 4 to 12 years of age. This casual position is best suited to an individual seeking casual hours with general flexibility throughout the week. At the moment, we are seeking instructors to support our program on a Tuesday to Friday afternoon and Saturday morning.
Reporting to the Head Swim Coach, you will be responsible for delivering structured swim lessons (and/or squad sessions) in accordance with seasonal plans. You will also play a key role in creating an environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity of the swimmers whilst also fostering good school-community relationships.
In Order To Be Considered, Successful Applicants Will Require
- AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming (or equivalent) and Water Safety qualifications.
- Bronze Medallion together with current first aid, asthma management, CPR and Anaphylaxis qualifications.
- Demonstrated Learn to Swim teaching experience with technical knowledge of swim instruction.
- A commitment to providing a high level of customer service and well developed communication skills.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships.
- Current Working with Children Check.
- Current National Criminal Record Check (or the willingness to undertake a check prior to beginning employment).
Why work for us?
- Work with enthusiastic Junior School aged students to instil a love of safe swimming.
- Be involved in this popular program.
- Supportive team environment and amazing facilities.
We are proud of our culture at Brighton Grammar and invite you to hear more about it from some of our current staff, by watching the short video here: Work at Brighton Grammar School.
Want to find out more?
To view the position description, or to apply for the role, click on the relevant link. For enquiries, please contact the Human Resources Team via careers@brightongrammar.vic.edu.au
All applications will be treated with strictest confidence.
Applications close: 5.00pm, Tuesday 21 April 2026. Please note: shortlisting and interviews will begin prior to the application closing date so don't delay with your application.
Brighton Grammar School is fully committed to the protection of children and the promotion of a culturally safe and supportive working environment for diverse communities. The successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening, and adhere to the School’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy and Child Safety Code of Conduct.
Attachments
- Swim Coach_Casual_December2024.pdf
