St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School is one of Queensland’s leading independent schools, fostering in students confidence, compassion, academic excellence and a lifelong love of learning. We look for all staff to be committed to and in harmony with the Anglican ethos of the school. SPORT AT ST MARGARET’S St Margaret’s is pioneering the adoption of esports in girls’ education, ensuring its students have the leading edge when it comes to pursuing pathways in the booming esports industry. Students train in a purpose-built, high-tech Digital Hub for online gaming. The Digital Hub boasts eight high-powered computers, which are used for gaming but also run VR and design software and an interactive whiteboard enabling students to broadcast and view multiple screens at one time. THE ROLE – ESPORTS COACH St Margaret's, through its esports program provides a platform for students to develop important 21st century skills such as critical and creative thinking, problem-solving and ICT Skills through their passion for age appropriate video games. Students compete in a number of national and international competitive gaming competitions throughout the year. The competitions also promote a sense of school pride, increases engagement, improves the mental well-being of students, and builds characteristics that are crucial for personal growth. The esports program is supervised by Teachers. Coaches lead two training sessions per week with two QGSSSA esport tournaments, national and international competitions such as Girls in Gaming, held throughout the school year. We are currently seeking the following: Esports Coaches - The role of esports coach is to deliver coaching sessions which encourage effective game strategy, digital wellbeing, cyber safety and positive gaming behaviours. To view the position description please click here. ABOUT YOU You will be an experienced eSport gamer who has a proven ability to develop effective skills that allows students to participate in competitive online gaming in a safe, supported and structured way. Essential requirements: Willingness to support the School’s core values and Anglican ethos. Demonstrated knowledge of esports competitions including game strategy, digital wellbeing, cyber safety skills and positive gaming behaviours. Well-developed problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to apply sound reasoning, logical judgement and analytical skills. Relevant coaching experience. Experience playing esports, preferably Minecraft – Capture the Flag. A Diploma of Esports or equivalent will be highly regarded. Ability to apply well-developed communication skills to develop rapport and relationships with students, staff and parents. Willingness to work collaboratively and effectively with other members of the school community. A working with children blue card or exemption card. The role offers: Pathway to develop your esports and digital technology career. Avenue to share your expertise and motivate students. The reward of seeing students develop digital skills and achieve their goals. This is an excellent opportunity for you to share your esports gaming expertise and provide a platform for students to develop important 21st century skills. To Apply: Applications are to be addressed to the Principal and be received by midday Thursday 19 March 2026. Please note, successful candidates will require a valid blue card prior to commencing employment at St Margaret's. Candidates that do not currently hold a valid blue card are advised to apply for a blue card to ensure they are job ready. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to the next stage of the recruitment process. Please direct any enquiries to St Margaret’s supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to the safety, welfare and wellbeing of students and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All candidates are required to undergo a screening process prior to appointment and the successful candidate must comply with School policies and relevant legislation relating to child safety. Apply Now
