Description:
St Kevin’s College
St Kevin’s College is a leading independent Catholic Boys' School, committed to standards of excellence in the formation of young people, educating boys from ELC (co-ed) to Year 12.
We strive with compassion and integrity for the development of the whole person, integrating spiritual development, academic success, cultural awareness and sporting participation. St Kevin’s has developed a strong academic tradition where each boy is encouraged to take responsibility for his own learning in an environment that values knowledge and scholarship.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and passionate individual to be the lead coach for both our APS Diving Program and SKC Diving Club program whilst continuing our Junior School Talent program.
The coach will conduct training at the College’s pool as well as Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centres Diving facility. The position is equivalent to 0.4 FTE with hours averaged out over the course of the year.
A higher time fraction will be considered should the applicant have skills that can be utilised in other areas of the College e.g. Teaching, Administration.
Responsibilities:
- Provide high level Elite coaching on a year-round basis for identified performance divers who compete at a State and National Level
- Develop training plans for each age/skill level
- Foster a positive and supportive training environment.
- Mentor coaches as well as monitoring performance on a regular basis and review with the Dean of Sport.
Qualifications:
- Level 2 coach accreditation which allows platform coaching.
- Extensive experience coaching diving at a competitive level.
- Proven ability to develop and implement successful training programs.
- Strong knowledge of diving techniques, rules, and safety procedures.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours and travel to events as required.
Applications close: 3 March 2025. Applicants must have a 'right to work' in Australia, WWCC and willing to complete a National Police Check
Child Protection
St Kevin's College is committed to the creation and maintenance of a child safe school environment. The care, safety and welfare of students are embedded in policies and procedures which ensure a commitment to zero tolerance of child abuse. Please read and review the College’s Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Protection and Safety Policy found on the Policy & Reports page of our website, stkevins.vic.edu.au
Essential Requirements
- Relevant Coaching Accreditation
- First Aid Certificate
- Current Provide/Perform CPR
- Working with Children / Working with Vulnerable People Check