The Role
Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School (PEGS) seeks an experienced and dedicated 1sts Girls Football Coach (Australian Rules Football) to develop players to reach their highest potential. PEGS is a member of the Associated Grammar Schools of Victoria and the Associated Private Schools competition for girls.
PEGS seeks expressions of interest from suitably experienced individuals who can set a positive agenda, motivate players and develop their fitness, skills and knowledge of the game, manage team selections, scouting and assist with team trips as needed.
The coach leads training twice a week, typically Monday and Wednesday after school and attends Saturday and weeknight games, which may vary. There is some variation in training sessions during pre-season. Some additional hours of work are required for selections, meetings and feedback sessions, scouting, specialist coaching clinics and trips.
This is a fixed term role from February to August with breaks during school holidays and estimated at approximately 140 hours of work for the season.
The successful applicant will have:
Extensive Australian Rules Football player experience at a high level
An extensive level of knowledge and experience in coaching
The ability to motivate and develop players in a positive and supportive manner
An interest in working with children and supporting child safety and wellbeing
High level communication skills
Level 2 (or higher) coaching accreditation (preferable)
Level 2 First Aid, or a willingness to obtain it
Own transport
A valid Working With Children Check
The School
Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School has over 2900 students from K-12 at campuses in Moonee Ponds, Essendon and Keilor East. We have outstanding staff, facilities and programmes to enhance student wellbeing and learning and develop creative, caring and critical thinkers.
PEGS promotes the safety, wellbeing and participation of all students, including supporting children from culturally diverse backgrounds and those with individual needs.
To Apply
Please provide a letter of application, resume and the names of at least two referees to Simone Fisher, Director of Human Resources via the link below.
Previous applicants are still in consideration and need not reapply.
Please see the position description for further details.
Applications are due 9am Friday 29 November 2024.
Apply now to join a school community that will inspire, challenge and reward you, so you can impart this to the next generation.
Click here to watch our welcome video and find out more about the school.
Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity principles and understands the importance of diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.
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