ABOUT US

Camberwell Grammar School is an independent Anglican day school for boys from Pre-Preparatory to Year 12. We aim to give every student in our care the very best possible education in order to prepare them for life beyond school. We are a learning community, which encourages staff, students, past students and parents to involve themselves fully in all aspects of school life and to identify themselves with its values: Learning, Respect, Integrity, Courage and Optimism. We are proud of the warm spirit and sense of community that characterises our school family.

Our School campus is located in the leafy inner east suburb of Canterbury, on land originally inhabited by the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, and blends period architecture with exciting contemporary design and state-of-the-art facilities.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a passionate and driven Learn to Swim Instructor, possessing a mature approach to fostering a safe and supportive aquatic environment, as part of our Aquatics department.

You will be responsible for delivering high quality learn to swim lessons and fostering a positive, educational swimming culture, in conjunction with the Learn to Swim Team. Proven experience as a learn to swim teacher is essential, along with the ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment. An instructor with an Infants extension course qualification (SISCAQU027 or equivalent), emphasizing water safety through play based learning would be considered favourably.

This is a casual role, commencing in Term 1, 2025, however there may be the opportunity for an earlier commencement for the successful candidate.

Our out of hours Learn To Swim programs operate Monday to Thursday from 3:15 pm to 6:30 pm, and Saturday mornings from 8:00 am to 11:30 am. There is an opportunity to conduct daytime classes during school hours, catering for both Camberwell Grammar students and local school groups.

ABOUT YOU

Knowledge & skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to effectively communicate with both children and parents
• Proven experience as a learn to swim teacher (minimum of 12 months experience)
• The ability to constructively assist students with acquiring and mastering new skills
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to meet the program needs of different departments

Qualifications:

• Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety (TSW)
• Teacher of Infant and Preschool Aquatics (SISCAQU027 or equivalent) would be favourably considered
• Level 2 First Aid and CPR qualification
• Working with Children Check
• National Crime Check

WHY JOIN CAMBERWELL GRAMMAR SCHOOL?

At Camberwell Grammar we have a vision of learning which encompasses all aspects of life – not just the intellectual, but also the social, cultural, physical and spiritual. Our programs are deliberately structured to educate the whole student – not just the mind. We hope to educate committed citizens of the future, interested and passionate about the problems facing our world and with the skills necessary to do something about them.

You will play a pivotal role in this vision.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT CAMBERWELL GRAMMAR

• Professional learning and development opportunities
• Competitive remuneration
• Access to outstanding state of the art facilities
• A progressive, supportive and well-resourced educational environment
• A welcoming, innovative and passionate team

Camberwell Grammar School is committed to Child Safety. Candidates must be able to demonstrate an understanding of appropriate behaviours when engaging with children and where appropriate be able to demonstrate experience working with children.  Applicants will have the opportunity to indicate their understanding of, or any experience they have in working with children with diverse needs and/or backgrounds.