Multiple Roles

St. Catherine's School

About St Catherine’s School

As a leading girls’ school in Australia, St Catherine’s School is committed to nurturing and empowering independent and globally responsive young women, enabling them to approach all their endeavours with confidence, wisdom, and integrity.
Our 2023 VCE results were outstanding and rank St Catherine’s School in the top 10 schools within Victoria. The continued growth in our VCE results over the past 5 years are indicative of our exceptional teachers, and the outstanding academic care our staff provide to every student. 

Roles

• Head Coach - Rowing (full time, ongoing role)
• Year 10 Rowing Coordinator (part time, fixed term)
• Year 9 Rowing Coordinator (part time, fixed term)

Want to find out more?

View the position descriptions linked above, or apply at https://www.stcatherines.net.au/about-us/employment/.

Applicants will be requested to upload:

• a letter of introduction addressed to the Principal, and
• a resume.

If you have any questions regarding these opportunities, please contact Human Resources via hr@stcatherines.net.au for a confidential discussion. Applications close Friday 21 June 2024.

St Catherine’s School is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children by providing a child safe environment. Our students feel safe and empowered as we support and respect all members of the St Catherine’s community.  This includes the safety and wellbeing of our students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds along with students with a disability. Applicants will be subject to the relevant child protection screening, including referee and identity checks, and are expected to familiarise themselves with the School’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and associated policies available on the School’s website.

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Junior Rowing Coordinator

Genazzano FCJ College

The Genazzano FCJ College Rowing Program involves over 100 students from Years 8 to 12 and is part of the College sporting program. The rowing program has a proud history of success at Head of the Schoolgirls’, State and National level. Each rower is recognised as an individual and encouraged to reach her potential both at school and beyond.     

All rowing staff and coaches at Genazzano are provided with ongoing training and development commencing with our 5-week pre-season Coaching Development Program covering all aspects of coaching rowing at Genazzano. Further support is provided during the season with coaching observations and feedback, coaching development meetings and co-coaching opportunities.

The Junior Rowing Coordinator is employed as a member of the College staff and is employed to facilitate the Junior Rowing Program (Junior and Intermediate Squads).

In carrying out his/her duties, the Junior Rowing Coordinator should support the College’s vision and mission by demonstrating:

• Commitment towards a culture of personal and team excellence
• Respectful care and concern for the welfare and development of each student
• Understanding of all policies and protocols necessary for optimal health, welfare, performance and risk management associated with the rowing program

Qualifications and Requirements

• NRCAS Level 1 Rowing
• Level 2 First Aid
• Medium Rigid Heavy Vehicle Drivers Licence would be an advantage
• Recreational Motorboat Licence
• Working with Children Check
• National Criminal Record Certificate
• Child Safety Code of Conduct

To apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the position.

Applications close Friday 21 June 2024.

POSITION DESCRIPTION / APPLY

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Multiple Coordinators

Melbourne Girls' College

Melbourne Girls’ College Rowing Club is looking for new Coordinators for our Junior, Inter and Senior programs. You would be joining a big team of incredible coaching staff, with a strong and supportive club culture. Coordinator’s at MGC will oversee a wide array of responsibilities, but are mainly responsible for session planning and development, as well as managing a team of coaches.
 
For more information please see here or contact the Director of Rowing: graham.smith@mgc.vic.edu.au

Applications close 24 June 2024.

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Girls' 1st VIII Rowing Coach

Geelong Grammar

Senior Girls’ Program

Geelong Grammar School is one of the world’s leading co-educational boarding and day schools. Offering exceptional educational opportunities across four campuses from Early Learning to Year 12, Geelong Grammar School is committed to making a positive difference for students, staff and the community. We believe in prioritising wellbeing, creativity and academic rigour, and we value wisdom.

Applications are invited from experienced and well qualified Rowing Coaches to coach the Girls’ 1st VIII Rowing Crew, for a 3-year appointment beginning in Term 3, 2024 on a part time basis. The hours for this role will vary across Terms and will require weekend work. The role will be based at our Corio Campus in Geelong and involves water and land-based training.  

The role reports to the Head of Rowing and requires the successful candidate to work closely with other Coaches and support staff within the Geelong Grammar School Rowing Program.  

Candidates must be able to demonstrate success in coaching at an elite level with schools or clubs and should possess a minimum Level 2 NCAS Rowing Coach Accreditation.  Competition experience as an oarswoman/oarsman is highly desirable. Candidates must possess or be able to obtain a Victorian Working With Children Card (Employment) and/or VIT Registration and a National Police Check. It is also a condition of employment that Sports Coaches must have current Anaphylaxis Management Accreditation. 

Geelong Grammar School is committed to the safety of all students and has a zero tolerance of student abuse.

For further details visit the employment opportunities page on our website: www.ggs.vic.edu.au/employment

Applications close at 4pm on Friday 7 June 2024.

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Multiples Roles

Loreto College Ballarat

Loreto College Ballarat is a young and vibrant rowing club involving over 80 students and a supportive parent community. In 2024, we achieved wonderful success throughout our program including the Ballarat Head of the Lake Premiership Cup for best girls school as well as several medals at Head of School Girls regatta in Geelong.

We are now recruiting the following casual roles in our program to commence in Term 3, 2024:

• Junior Lead Coach - Rowing
• Intermediate Lead Coach - Rowing
• Rowing Program Administrator

For further information on how to apply please refer to the College website. Please ensure that you provide a cover letter and resume and qualifications/accreditations as part of your application.

www.loreto.vic.edu.au/employment

Applications close on Friday 14th June 2024 at 5pm.

The Loreto community promotes the safety and wellbeing and inclusion of all children.

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1st 8+ Coach

St. Catherine's School

1st 8+ Coach – Expressions of Interest
•    Expressions of interest for the 2024/2025 rowing season
•    Casual or part time, fixed term positions (by negotiation)
•    High performing independent girls’ school

About St Catherine’s School

As a leading girls’ school in Australia, St Catherine’s School is committed to nurturing and empowering independent and globally responsive young women, enabling them to approach all their endeavours with confidence, wisdom, and integrity.
Our 2023 VCE results were outstanding and rank St Catherine’s School in the top 10 schools within Victoria. The continued growth in our VCE results over the past 5 years are indicative of our exceptional teachers, and the outstanding academic care our staff provide to every student.  

About the Role

As we continue to build upon our success, an exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and experienced 1st 8+ Coach, to join our school community on either a casual or part time, fixed term basis. 
Successful applicants will be responsible for providing quality coaching services to St Catherine’s students involved in the 2024/2025 rowing program. Specific responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to, assisting in developing a positive rowing culture aligned with the school's values, manage and support Senior Squad activities, and help with equipment and trial processes under rowing leadership direction.

To be successful in this opportunity you will require:

• Experience and expertise in rowing coaching and programming.
• Strong skills in use of rowing-specific technologies and data management and analysis.
• Experience in developing and coaching of school-level rowers, with proven success.
• An inclusive, positive and enthusiastic approach to coaching.
• Knowledge and eagerness to continue to apply best practice in coaching. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A proven ability to maintain positive relationships and displays a good level of self awareness.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with and encourage young people.
• Demonstrated ability to competently drive a speedboat.
• Understanding of the pastoral and duty of care responsibilities involved in coaching children.
• Willingness to uphold the ethos and values of the School at all times.
• Proven reliability and dependability.
• Ability to act as a role model in both rowing skills and sportsmanship.
• First Aid qualifications.
• Minimum Level 1 Coaching Accreditation.
• Working with Children Check.
• Victorian Drivers Licence (Light Rigid Licence Preferred).
• Boat License preferred.

Why work for us?

• Fantastic opportunity to work in a highly regarded independent school in Toorak.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Onsite parking available and close to public transport.
• Onsite cafe and use of gym and swimming pool facilities.

Want to find out more? 

View the position description, or to apply visit https://www.stcatherines.net.au/about-us/employment/. 

Applicants will be requested to upload

• a letter of introduction addressed to the Principal, and
• a resume. 

If you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Human Resources via hr@stcatherines.net.au for a confidential discussion. Applications will close Thursday 6th June at 5pm, however earlier applications are encouraged as interviews may commence prior to the closing date. 

St Catherine’s School is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children by providing a child safe environment. Our students feel safe and empowered as we support and respect all members of the St Catherine’s community.  This includes the safety and wellbeing of our students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds along with students with a disability. Applicants will be subject to the relevant child protection screening, including referee and identity checks, and are expected to familiarise themselves with the School’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and associated policies available on the School’s website.

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Rowing Coaches

Genazzano

The Genazzano Rowing program is one of the most prominent schoolgirls’ rowing programs in the country with a rich and proud 40 year history. The program caters for approximately 100 girls and is complemented by the College’s whole sport program, including our impressive Physical Performance Centre, and a supportive parent community.

The College is seeking expressions of interest from highly skilled, reliable, and motivated casual rowing staff for the 2024-25 season.

Applicants must be available: 1 July 2024 – 31 March 2025 inclusive and must attend all on-water coaching sessions, camps, and regattas. Land training hours are available as required by the Head of Rowing. The coaching schedule* for each squad is as outlined here.

Additional hours include:

• Scheduled coaching development seminars commencing with an extensive pre-season coaching development program
• various Saturday Regattas throughout Term 4 and Term 1
• holiday training days in December 2024 (dates to be confirmed, circa 6th – 11th December),
• holiday training days in January 2025 (dates tbc, circa 8th to 11th January)
• training camp, January 12th to 17th 2025
• the Head of the Schoolgirls’ Regatta in Geelong, March 13th to 16th 2025.  

Requirements:

• NCAS Level 1 coaching accreditation
• Working With Children Check
• National Police Record Check
• Marine licence
• Level 2 First Aid accreditation
• Senior coaches to hold a medium rigid vehicle driver’s licence or are willing/eligible to gain such qualification.

APPLY HERE

Genazzano FCJ College promotes the safety, well being and inclusion of all children and young people. Our staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the College environment in accordance with their legal obligations. All potential employees and volunteers will be required to comply with the College's Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct. Applicants will be required to undergo police and background checks in accordance with this policy.

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Head of Rowing

Footscray High School

Footscray High School is a relatively new and contemporary multi-campus secondary school in Melbourne’s vibrant, geographically rich and culturally diverse inner west. Our school is built on collaboration. This is where three campuses, many cultures and infinite personal journeys unite with pride and with purpose. We lift each other up, building on the strength and support of our whole community to achieve greatness.
 
Our rowing program began in 2021. It took years in the making to develop a sustainable partnership with Footscray City Rowing Club, and the success we have had in our 2 competitive seasons so far is something we are very proud of. 
 
We are a small program of ~20 students so far and as we continue to grow, there has become a unique opportunity for a Head of Rowing position (due to maternity leave). There is potential for the successful applicant to remain in the position and continue to develop the program.
 
The position would suit someone who is wanting to develop their resume and begin coordinating a small program, or someone with experience who wants to move to a smaller program. There is the ability to bring on some of their own staff, that can join our current staff, Or run the program themselves with our staffing as is.
 
For more information please see the attached position description and email rowing@footscray.vic.edu.au if you have any questions at all.

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A new photographic website run by rowers for rowers, Australian Rowing Images website (ARI) , is seeking to contract with photographers to cover major Victorian regattas in 2023. Photographers need to have their own equipment (although may borrow equipment from the proprietor), have an ABN and current working with children check, be robust given it is an outdoors task, and be able to upload their images regularly from the regatta to the cloud for processing by others same day onto the site. A daily rate will be negotiated depending on experience and regatta venue. Regattas to be covered include Victorian Championships, major school events and Australian Henley.

Amateur photographers with a rowing background are encouraged to apply. Although photographers will be acknowledged, copyright in the photos will pass to ARI.

Please contact Andrew Guerin on 0417 554 799 with expressions of interest and for more details.

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If you enjoy being on the river socialising and coaching adult rowers who are looking to improve their fitness, then this is an ideal position for you.

Work regular weekly shifts from as little as two hours to four and a half hours up to 20 hours per week.

Applicants must attain a Rowing Australia Level 1 Coaching Accreditation and a Rowing Victoria Coxswain Accreditation (both online courses) prior to starting. 

Sessions pay $30 per hour / per crew.
Plus superannuation.

Earn $130 in a morning.

Call Matt Wilson for more information (0419 380 307).

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Vintage wooden macon blades (any condition)

Sale price negotiable.

Contact angus.seller@mggs.vic.edu.au or 0408 184 493.

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2010 or later Sykes Double/Pair

Come with sweep and sculling riggers, approx. 70kg crew average, looking to purchase for approx. $7000.

Contact angus.seller@mggs.vic.edu.au or 0408 184 493.

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Melbourne Grammar School is seeking training single sculls to purchase to increase fleet size.

Any age or condition will be considered. Please contact John Linke 0429 014 642 if you have boats you are moving on.

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Richmond Rowing Club (RRC) is inviting expressions of interest from schools or clubs looking for primary or ancillary boat storage space, for their rowing program. RRC has around half of a bay of racking space available from 01 January 2024. This space is currently configured to store 5 quads and 18 single sculls but flexibility of configuration is available. Length of tenure is also negotiable.

Expressions of interest should be directed to the RRC Boat Captain - Helen Pearce - captain@richmondrowing.com.au

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