Current Opportunities

At Melbourne Girls Grammar, we believe that an exceptional education for life provides not only academic skills and attributes, but also emotional and physical wellbeing. Our sustained focus is therefore on making girls’ wellbeing central to the school experience.

Our new world-class Artemis Centre – named after the mythical goddess who represents strength and good health – boasts state of the art facilities including a 25m swimming pool, multi-purpose court, Fitness Hub with gym equipment, dance and yoga studio, outdoor seating amphitheatre, Learning Commons and café with indoor/outdoor meeting spaces. Artemis enables us to provide programs including Artemis Gymnastics, Artemis Aquatics as well as Artemis Holiday Clinics and other resources that underpin our proactive approach to student wellbeing.

Melbourne Girls Grammar is seeking a passionate and experienced professional to join the Artemis team as the Jump Start Gymnastics Program Manager and Head Coach. This position is responsible for the year-round operation and promotion of the MGGS Jump Start Gymnastics Program, which includes managing the “Gymnastics for All” and “KinderGym” programs as well as providing quality coaching and instruction to MGGS students and the wider community.

The primary purpose of the MGGS Jump Start Gymnastics Program is to inspire all students to lead a physically active and healthy life by teaching them fundamental movement skills in a fun, safe, inclusive and enjoyable space. The Jump Start Gymnastics Manager and Head Coach will be responsible for leading the continued growth and development of these aims.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Managing and carrying out the daily operation of the Jump Start Gymnastics Program;
• Providing high quality gymnastics coaching;
• Managing and mentoring the cohort of casual gymnastics coaches, including recruitment when required;
• Collaborating with relevant groups to assist with meeting curriculum requirements;
• Assisting with the promotion and marketing of Program information to internal and external communities;
   

The successful candidate will have:

• Minimum Intermediate Level Gymnastics Coaching accreditation;
• Minimum of 5 years’ gymnastics coaching experience;
• Demonstrated experience managing a gymnastics program or similar;
• A passion for gymnastics and providing opportunities and positive experiences for children to get involved;
• Strong organisational skills, a customer service orientation and flexibility with working hours;
• Current Gymnastics Australia Technical Membership;
• Current Senior First Aid and CPR Certificate; and
• Current Victorian Working with Children Check

Please view the Position Description for further details about this role.

Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to school policies including the Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Safety Statement as listed below.

Child Safety Statement: Melbourne Girls Grammar

• has zero tolerance for child abuse
• actively works to listen to and empower children
• has systems to protect children from abuse, and will take all allegations and concerns very seriously and responds to them consistently in line with the organisation’s policies and procedures
• is committed to promoting physical, emotional and cultural safety for all children
• is committed to providing a safe environment for all children

How to Apply

Applicants must hold or prior to commencing employment or be willing to obtain a current and valid Victorian Working with Children’s Check.

Applications close: 5.00pm, Friday 19 October 2018

Applications must include a covering letter, resume and a completed employment application form including the details of 3 referees. Please forward your application via email and addressed to:

The Principal
Mrs Catherine Misson
Melbourne Girls Grammar
86 Anderson Street
SOUTH YARRA VIC 3141
employment@mggs.vic.edu.au

Position Description

Employment Application Form

At Melbourne Girls Grammar, we believe that an exceptional education for life provides not only academic skills and attributes, but also emotional and physical wellbeing. Our sustained focus is therefore on making girls’ wellbeing central to the school experience.

Our new world-class Artemis Centre – named after the mythical goddess who represents strength and good health – boasts state of the art facilities including a 25m swimming pool, multi-purpose court, Fitness Hub with gym equipment, dance and yoga studio, outdoor seating amphitheatre, Learning Commons and café with indoor/outdoor meeting spaces. Artemis enables us to provide programs including Artemis Gymnastics, Artemis Aquatics as well as Artemis Holiday Clinics and other resources that underpin our proactive approach to student wellbeing.

Melbourne Girls Grammar is seeking a friendly and warm Artemis Services Coordinator to join the team. Working alongside a second Services Coordinator, this position is responsible for the day-to-day front of house operation of the Artemis Centre Reception as well as aspects of the Artemis Centre activity zones including the Aquatic Zone, Team Zone, Fitness Zone and Jump Start Gymnastics.

The role requires a combination of supervision, co-ordination, administration and decision making to ensure that an efficient and customer focused service is provided to all internal and external users. The successful candidate will be required to work with another staff member to accommodate the extent of opening hours on a rotating roster (Monday to Friday.) Occasional weekend work may be required however shifts will be planned in advance.

Please view the position description for Artemis opening hours.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Front of house presentation and office management;
• Daily operations: opening the facilities, setting up zones for bookings, monitoring activity zones and closing;
• Working closely with the Artemis Operations Manager on daily administrative duties, scheduling, aspects of facility maintenance and new staff/user inductions;
• Maintaining strong relationships with MGGS stakeholders, including students, staff, parents, Old Grammarians and external user groups;
• Maintaining a strong and positive culture that supports customer service, efficient operations and effective activity zone units;
• Managing internal and external facility and program bookings and schedules (Links Modular).

The successful candidate will have:

• Demonstrated experience in similar roles;
• Excellent administrative skills;
• Demonstrable competency using software systems and web based platforms (e.g. Links Modular, LMS, information databases);
• Well-developed communication and inter-personal skills;
• Customer service focus, flexibility and willingness to work collaboratively in teams;
• Excellent time management and organisational skills;
• High performance focus and proactive attitude;
• High standards of presentation and a personable, warm demeanor; and
• Current Victorian Working with Childrens Check

Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to school policies including the Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Safety Statement as listed below.

Child Safety Statement: Melbourne Girls Grammar

• has zero tolerance for child abuse
• actively works to listen to and empower children
• has systems to protect children from abuse, and will take all allegations and concerns very seriously and responds to them consistently in line with the organisation’s policies and procedures
• is committed to promoting physical, emotional and cultural safety for all children
• is committed to providing a safe environment for all children

How to Apply

Applicants must hold or prior to commencing employment or be willing to obtain a current and valid Victorian Working with Children’s Check.

Applications close: 5.00pm, Wednesday 24 October 2018

Applications must include a covering letter, resume and a completed employment application form including the details of 3 referees. Please forward your application via email and addressed to:

The Principal
Mrs Catherine Misson
Melbourne Girls Grammar
86 Anderson Street
SOUTH YARRA VIC 3141
employment@mggs.vic.edu.au

Position Description

Employment Application Form