Introduction About Seymour : Seymour College is a leading independent girls’ school with an established reputation for academic excellence and a commitment to helping students reach their potential. Our vision is to foster young women of strength, optimism and justice, confident for the future. Our aim is to inspire within each student a passion for life-long learning, a celebration of community and a quest for personal excellence. Description About the role: Due to an internal promotion, Seymour College is seeking a passionate and organised leader to join our dynamic Sports Department as the Acting Barr Smith Sports Coordinator. This role is responsible for the effective coordination, delivery and quality of the co-curricular sports program for students in Years 7–12. The position leads and supports a team of coaches to ensure a high-quality sporting experience that encourages participation, skill development, wellbeing and pathways to excellence. This fixed term contract is offered at 0.64 FTE, working 28 hours per week for 41 weeks of the year. This role requires availability to work from 7.00am three mornings a week (days negotiable), and two Saturday’s a month, and commences mid-January 2026. The key responsibilities are to: Coordinate and manage the Year 7–12 co-curricular sports program, balancing participation, performance and excellence. Lead, mentor and support coaches to deliver quality programs aligned with College expectations and values. Oversee scheduling, logistics, and communication for training, fixtures and events. Support the Director of Sport in recruitment, compliance, budget and resource management. Ensure team selection processes are fair, transparent and consistent with College policies. Collaborate with the Property Services team to maintain safe, compliant sporting facilities and equipment. Build and maintain strong relationships with students, parents, staff and external sporting organisations. Contribute to the promotion and communication of sport across the College community. Model and promote sportsmanship and positive participation across all programs. Skills And Experiences About you: As the successful candidate, you will bring: Qualifications in sports administration or demonstrated experience coordinating large-scale sporting programs or events. Experience leading or mentoring a team of coaches and staff. Strong organisational and administrative skills, including budgeting and resource management. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A collaborative and solutions-focused approach. Alignment with the values and ethos of Seymour College. Current certifications, including Working with Children Check, RRHAN-EC, and First Aid in an education setting (HLTAID012). How to Apply: Applications for this position close Friday 24 October 2025, however early applications are encouraged . Please provide the following addressed to Mrs Vanessa Browning, Principal: Resume Covering letter responding to the key areas of responsibility Contact details of 3 referees For further details of the responsibilities and requirements of this role, please refer to the Position Description , as well as the Candidate Information Pack . The College reserves the right to commence interviewing prior to the closing date. To discuss this role please contact Sarah Davidson, People and Culture Administrator, on 08 8303 9043 or peopleandculture@seymour.sa.edu.au . Information provided by applicants will be subject to the Seymour College Privacy Policy which is available to view on the College website. Seymour College is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people through the prevention, identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect. All candidates for roles at the College are subject to thorough screening and assessment to determine suitability and support of child safety. All employees, volunteers and visitors are expected to model and encourage behaviour that upholds the dignity and protection of students from harm. In applying for this role, you are asserting the accuracy and integrity of your application, including the complete disclosure of any matter that may be inconsistent with the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, or bring the College into disrepute.
