St Leonard's College | Independent School Melbourne

Position Purpose

St Leonard’s College has new opportunities for committed, positive and suitably qualified sports coaches for the upcoming summer sports season.

Coaches must show a keen interest in, and enthusiasm for, Sport Education and must be energetic, self-motivated and driven.  It is essential that coaches are friendly, confident and well-presented and have a passion for working with young people.

The following disciplines are currently being sought, starting from 30 January 2025.

  • Basketball
  • Cricket
  • Hockey
  • Soccer
  • Softball

Position Status

The positions are casual, and the successful candidates need to be available one or more afternoons Tuesday to Friday, in College term time, with availability required on some days to 5.30 pm.

It is a condition of employment that all employees provide an Employee Working With Children Check (WWCC) or Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration before their position can be confirmed.

 

Applications for this position close 13 November 2024.

Applications

Applicants should submit, via the online application form (below), their current curriculum vitae, together with any further information in support of their application.

The College reserves the right to interview and employ a successful candidate before the closing date.

Please note:

    1. Applicants are required to supply the name, address and telephone number of three referees, two of whom must be able to comment on the applicant’s professional work (or training), during the past five years.
    2. An employee Working with Children Check (WWCC) or Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration is required to be undertaken by any persons working in the field of education who may come into contact with children without direct supervision. The WWCC is valid for a five (5) year period and the VIT for one year.
    3. The successful applicant will be required to produce original copies (from which a photocopy will be made) of transcripts of qualifications claimed.
    4. To be eligible to apply you must have the legal right to live and work in Australia and meet any entry requirements if you are outside the country.  For advice on obtaining an Australian work or residence visa and our entry requirements visit the Department of Home Affairs at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/
    5. Remuneration for any position at St Leonard’s College is in accordance with the St Leonard’s College Agreement 2023.
    6. At St Leonard’s College, we value diversity, embracing and celebrating each individual’s contributions, lived experiences, and expertise. Our commitment is to foster an inclusive and respectful workplace culture, ensuring everyone receives the support they need to thrive and succeed.

 

St Leonard’s College is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our students. The College has zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to the protection of all children from all forms of child abuse. In this context, the College implements a comprehensive Child Protection Program across the entire College community. In line with the requirements under Ministerial Order 1359, mandatory training relating to Child Safety must be completed upon commencement with the College. All applicants will be required to undergo relevant child protection screenings, including referee and identity checks, and are expected to familiarise themselves with the College’s Child Safe Policy, Child Safe Code of Conduct, and associated policies available on the College website.