Rowing Coaches

About Us

Nestled in the picturesque Hunter Valley on 32 acres of green space, Hunter Valley Grammar School (HVGS) is an independent, non-selective, secular, coeducational day school for students from Preschool to Year 12.

Our innovative curriculum and co-curriculum activities foster curiosity, critical thinking, and entrepreneurialism, preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow’s workplaces.

About the Role

Passionate about rowing? Hunter Valley Grammar School is hiring casual Rowing Coaches to join our team.

A casual Rowing Coach assists in providing quality coaching to the students of Hunter Valley Grammar School Rowing Program. The casual Rowing Coach will support the Head of Co-Curricular Sport K-12 and Director of Rowing in the overall success of the rowing program

Work Pattern: This is a casual position with no firm advanced commitment to continuing and indefinite work.

Key Duties

• Coaching of Learn-to-row, Junior, Intermediate or Senior rowers as directed by the Director of Rowing and Head Coach
• Contributing to and implementing training plans as directed by the Director of Rowing and Head Coach
• Participation in induction, professional development, coach meetings, first aid and safety training activities as required
• Attendance at all training, camps and regattas as directed by the Director of Rowing
• Attend and coordinate training sessions which are organised, instructional, and enjoyable for the students.
• Provide appropriate coaching in fitness, teamwork, and skills.
• Manage equipment and report any damage or loss to Director of Rowing or the Head of Co-Curricular Sport K-12
• To insist on and demonstrate acceptable standards of dress, behaviour, and sportsmanship, always.
• Report and record injury of any student.  A HVGS online accident report must be completed following any injury to a student who requires medical attention. Non-teaching coaches are to seek support from the Director of Rowing and/or Head of Co-Curricular Sport K-12
• Any other rowing related duties as directed by the Director of Rowing or the Head of Co-Curricular Sport K-12
• Instruction of athletes in prescribed technical model
• Instruction of athletes in physical/mental preparation for training and competition
• Ensure students are adhering to Program Values and School Behaviour Guidelines
• Ensure appropriate and effective student management at training sessions.
• Document student’s attendance at training and training practices.
• Report breaches of the Player Code of Conduct to the Ground Official, as well as inform HOS-CC of any HVGS student breaching the code.
• Responsible for understanding and applying the Schools Child Safety Policies and Procedures, including identifying and reporting risks, identifying child abuse indicators, management of disclosures, and internal and external reporting obligation.
• Where students are under their care, taking all practicable measures to protect students where a risk to their safety has been identified.

About You

• Hold a current Working with Children Check (required)
• Hold a valid Boat License (required)
• Current First Aid certificate (required)
• Learn to Row Coach, Club/School Coach or Performance Coach Certification. (Previously named Level 1, 2 & 3) (desirable)
• As a minimum all non-teaching coaches are required to complete a Community Coaching General Principles (CCGP) https://www.sportaus.gov.au/coaching/course
• Sport-specific coaching qualifications are highly desirable.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and an innate ability to converse respectfully and kindly with parents, children, and teachers.
• Ability to:
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with a diverse range of people.
  • Work in a dynamic team environment.
  • Provide support to a small group or individual students in basic skills as required.
  • Motivate children to participate in unfamiliar or challenging academic activities.
  • Redirect students into appropriate behaviours during activities.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
  • Maintain safe work practices.

For a complete picture of the role, you can find the full Job Description on our website here.

Benefits

At HVGS, we’re dedicated to empowering our staff to thrive in the dynamic realm of teaching and learning. We uphold this commitment by equipping our educators with cutting-edge tools and skills necessary to excel in their profession.

Moreover, HVGS offers a suite of exclusive benefits to our valued staff members, including:

• Generous professional development opportunities.
• Access to Fitness Passport, which provides you and your family with flexible access to a wide range of gyms and pools, at a discounted price.
• State-of-the-Art teaching and learning infrastructure.
• Access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to Staff strength and conditioning sessions and the school gym, rowing facility.
• Salary Sacrificing options, including novated leasing.

Join HVGS and be part of a supportive community committed to your professional growth, well-being, and success.

How to Apply

Applicants must apply by completing the online Job Application form here: https://www.hvgs.nsw.edu.au/about/employment/

Applications submitted via SEEK’s ‘apply for job’ button will not be considered.

For a confidential discussion regarding the role, please contact Human Resources on (02) 4934 2444 or [email protected]. Enquiries made through Seek’s pilot chat function are not currently being monitored.

Applications close: 5:00 pm Thursday, 6 November 2025.

Hunter Valley Grammar School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

Applications received after this date will not be considered. HVGS is an equal opportunity employer. All staff must have a current Employee Working with Children Check.