Description

Founded in 1831, The King’s School Parramatta is Australia’s oldest independent boys’ school. The King’s School Preparatory School compete in the Independent School Primary Heads Association (IPSHA) sports competition. The Preparatory School requires casual sports coaches in the following sport for the upcoming season:

Summer Season

To commence 1 February 2022

• Cricket
• Basketball
• Tennis

Winter Season

To commence 22 March 2022

• Rugby
• Soccer

Previous coaching and/or playing experience is required. Training occurs at the School throughout the week with matches/IPSHA competition on Saturday mornings.

1. Coaching Program
   • In collaboration with the Head of Sport, implement a coaching program for the nominated sport and team to achieve short term and long-term outcomes.
2. Skills Development
   • Provide assistance in the selection of teams.
   • Facilitate the skill development of team members with a range of skill levels to achieve performance outcomes.
   • Assist in the planning and preparation of the team for competition ensuring students are advised of game details and requirements in an efficient and timely manner.
3. Application of School Sporting Policies & Guidelines
   • Support and adhere to the School’s uniform policy for students.
   • Work with coaching staff on matters related to the safe and efficient conduct of the program.
   • Attend all program activities including coaches meetings, training sessions and games
4. Student Care
   • Model exemplary behaviour reflective of the values and ethos of the School.
   • Develop an effective working relationship and rapport with students.
5. Duty of Care
   • Undertake responsibility, as a Coach, for the care of students.
   • Liaise with the Head of Sport about any pastoral concerns.

1. Qualifications & Experience
   • A strong interest in one or more sports with appropriate game and team building skills for coaching purposes.
   • Attainment or currently working towards an appropriate coaching accreditation.
   • Refereeing experience desirable but not essential.
   • A First Aid certificate is desirable but not essential.
2. Student Focus
   • A coaching style that promotes student inquiry and active engagement in the learning process.
   • A strong focus on achieving positive learning experiences and outcomes for students, encouraging students to take opportunities to learn independently.
   • Demonstrated ability to care for students in a sensitive and professional manner.
3. Professionalism
   • Ability to articulate and generate enthusiasm for learning.
   • The presentation of a professional, dedicated and inclusive attitude and demeanour at all times.
   • Capacity to operate as a collaborative and team orientated person in a professional work environment.
   • Ability to work unsupervised.

4. Communication Skills
   Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on building and maintaining quality relationships with all members of the School’s community.

5. Personal Characteristics
   • Enthusiasm, initiative and a keen interest in the role.
   • Flexibility and the ability to adapt and operate effectively in a demanding and changing environment
   • To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to: 
   • • Brett Pickup  bpickup@kings.edu.au