ROLE SUMMARY: The School Sport Coach plays a vital role in fostering a positive and inclusive sporting culture within the Reddam House school community. This position is responsible for developing students’ athletic skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship through structured training sessions and competitive opportunities. The coach will support students in achieving their personal best, promote healthy lifestyles, and contribute to the overall wellbeing and engagement of students through sport. By aligning with the school’s values and educational goals, the Sport Coach helps create a safe, motivating, and respectful environment where students can thrive both on and off the field. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Delivery of training sessions. • Arrive at training and matches well before your players. • In preparation for matches and training organise all of the gear needed. • Ensure you always prepare a constructive plan for both training sessions and matches. • Promote positive behaviour, teamwork, and participation among students. • Follow school policies and procedures, including child safety and wellbeing guidelines. • Attend relevant induction and training sessions as required. • Experience participating in school or community sports. • Volunteering or assisting in coaching roles. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE: QUALIFICATIONS • Completion of Higher School Certificate (HSC) or equivalent. • Demonstrated interest and involvement in school or community sport. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly with young people. • Willingness to undertake relevant training (e.g., First Aid, Child Protection, Coaching Accreditation). SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Essential Skills: • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate students. • Ability to plan and deliver age-appropriate training sessions that support skill development and team cohesion. • Sound understanding of safety protocols and child protection standards in a school sport setting. • Ability to manage teams effectively, including scheduling, logistics, and coordination with staff and parents. • Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and problem-solving abilities. • Commitment to fostering an inclusive and respectful sporting environment. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES • Enthusiastic and Energetic – Brings a positive attitude and high energy to training sessions and games, inspiring students to participate and perform. • Supportive and Encouraging – Creates a safe and inclusive environment where all students feel valued and motivated to improve. • Reliable and Responsible – Demonstrates professionalism, punctuality, and a strong sense of duty in all aspects of the role. • Adaptable and Flexible – Responds effectively to changing circumstances, student needs, and school priorities. • Team-Oriented – Works collaboratively with staff, students, and families to support the broader goals of the school’s sport program. • Respectful and Inclusive – Values diversity and promotes fair play, respect, and inclusion across all sporting activities. • Strong Role Model – Leads by example, demonstrating integrity, resilience, and a commitment to student wellbeing. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS • A valid Working with Children Check. • A willingness to attend sporting events outside regular hours as required. SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.SCHOOL APPLICATION FORM Please download and complete our Inspired Application Form and submit alongside your CV. 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