Job Description

Saint Stephens College is currently seeking Sports Coaches with high energy, good attitude and a strong knowledge and understanding of sport-specific safety and training principles and programs. Plus, our Coaches will have great organisational skills and will be able to engage students with sports in a motivating and inspiring way.

The diverse range of sports offered to our students caters to varied interests and ability levels. In junior year levels, there is increased emphasis placed on enjoyment, fair participation and skill development and as our students move into the senior years results become an increasing part of shared team goals and successes. As a member of the Associated Private Schools (APS), which is a cluster of eight Gold Coast independent schools, the competition gives students the opportunity to compete in their choice of sport against other schools in the cluster.

Current positions:

• Season two, commencing, June 2026
• Seeking coaches for: Australian Rules Football, Basketball, Cricket, Tennis, Softball (girls) and Water Polo.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Design, document and conduct effective training programs including individual sessions in a designated sport and attend games as the identified Coach of that particular team/s.
• Support all participants and engage with students in a motivating and encouraging manner.
• Supervise students and fulfill duty of care requirements, especially during any approved transportation and after training.
• Demonstrate correct exercise technique and explanations and ensure safety of all participants.
• Evaluate and monitor student participation in the sport sessions (training and games) keeping appropriate records and maintain transparent communication with the Director of Sports for any student concerns.
• Administer first aid, if required and/or manage any incidents relating to your team as “first on scene” and complete all necessary documentation when required.
• Assist in sport field set up, ensuring that space, equipment and environment are safe and is set up prior to student arrival.
• Assist in the transporting of sports equipment, packing/unpacking/cleaning equipment in the sport storage area.
• Role model friendliness, empathy, open-mindedness, with high standards of personal and professional integrity, fairness and an unbiased approach.

What do I need for the role?

• Current CPR/First Aid required or willing to obtain prior to commencement
• Relevant coaching certification in the applicant’s sport
• Blue Card, in accordance with ‘No Card, No Link, No Start’, as per the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000
• Current First Aid qualification (or the ability to obtain first aid qualification)

About the College

Set on an outstanding campus on the northern Gold Coast, Saint Stephen’s College is a Prep to Year 12, co-educational Christian school, known for its diversity, where every student is respected, heard and develops the integrity and responsibility to serve others. Further information on Saint Stephen’s College is available at http://www.saintstephenscollege.net.au

Our Commitment to Child Safety

At Saint Stephen’s College, the safety, protection, and wellbeing of every child is at the heart of who we are. We are committed to creating and maintaining an environment where students are respected, valued, and supported to thrive. Our Child Safety and Wellbeing Policies outline the standards, systems, and practices that guide our staff, volunteers, and wider community in upholding a culture of care.

For further information please see https://www.saintstephenscollege.net.au/child-safety-commitment/

How to apply

• Click the Green 'Apply online' button below
• Attach your resume and cover letter

Closing date for applications is Friday 12 June 2026. Please submit applications as soon as possible as the College reserves the right to shortlist and appoint prior to closing date. An extension to the closing date may also be applied, at the College's discretion.

Thank you for taking the time to prepare and submit your application.