Description:
- Join a well established rowing program
- Train a crew of passionate rowers
- Collaborate with skilled and supportive coaches
Variety of rowing coaching positions for committed crews
Commencing: June/July 2025
At Fintona, our exceptional teachers and staff create a world of active learning where each girl has the opportunity to find her own version of extraordinary. We are renowned for a distinct and challenging approach to academic excellence that celebrates a love of learning across a wealth of disciplines, and for developing girls who move beyond their comfort zone to become fearless and adaptable leaders in their chosen field.
The Fintona rowing program has been operating for almost 40 years and has gone from strength to strength during that time. Our program has produced some outstanding results, including last season culminating with our highest number of A finalists at the Head of School Girls’ Regatta. We are currently seeking coaches for a variety of positions to join the Fintona rowing team for the 2025/2026 season.
Administering a rowing program, under the direction of the Rowing Coordinator and Head Rowing Coach, our Assistants need to be available during school terms, some school holidays, during January camps and weekend regattas occurring throughout the season and at various locations.
The successful applicants will have a Level 1 Rowing coaching qualification, an effective knowledge of Rowing Victoria and Rowing Australia policies and guidelines, clear communication skills and the ability to build productive relationships. Previous experience coaching in school rowing is required for our more experienced coaching positions.
Fintona Girls’ School is committed to the safety, wellbeing, participation and empowerment of children. Staff are required to adhere to the School’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, Child Safety Response and Mandatory Reporting Policy and Procedure and Child Safety Code of Conduct and be committed to the safety and wellbeing of children.
The successful applicant must have the right to work in Australia, will be subject to background checks and required to provide a current Working with Children Check and National Police Check.
Essential Requirements
- Level 1 Coaching Accreditation
- National Police / Criminal History Check
- Working with Children / Working with Vulnerable People Check
Desirable Criteria
- First Aid Certificate
- Current Provide/Perform CPR