Assistant Head Of Rugby

ST ALOYSIUS' COLLEGE; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

St Aloysius' College in Sydney invites applications for an Assistant Head of Rugby. This part-time role (0.8FTE) supports the development of rugby pathways from Year 3 to Year 12 and strengthens leadership within the Sports Department.

The successful candidate will coach and mentor coaches, coordinate training and fixtures, and assist with game-day operations while upholding the College’s Jesuit values and commitment to student development.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching rugby and developing students from Year 3 to Year 12.
• Experience leading, mentoring coaches and program standards.
• Willingness to work outside normal hours and WWCC clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of the Rugby Scope and Sequence.
• Create development opportunities for students of all ages to grow skills, confidence and enjoyment.
• Coach and mentor coaches; coordinate training and fixtures.
• Assist with delivery of game-day operations and competitions.
• Undertake Convenor responsibilities for another sport during off-season.

Skills

Rugby coaching

Leadership

Communication

Job description

• Part Time

Description

Established in 1879, St Aloysius' College is a Catholic, Jesuit day school for boys from Year 3 to Year 12. Situated in the shadow of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, it has an enrolment of over 1400 students.

The College is conducted by the Society of Jesus and is part of a worldwide network of Jesuit primary and secondary schools and universities.

About the Role

Assistant Head of Rugby

Part-time 0.8FTE - Initially offered on a 12-month contract basis

St Aloysius' College is seeking an enthusiastic and highly organised Assistant Head of Rugby to join our Sports Department on a part-time (0.8FTE) basis.

As part of the College’s ongoing investment in sport and commitment to strengthening opportunities for student participation and development, this newly created position has been established to support the continued growth of the College’s rugby program and enhance leadership capacity within the Sports Department.

The role will play a key part in the delivery of both the College’s rugby pathway and in-timetabled sports program, fostering a culture of excellence, professionalism and student development that is aligned with the College’s mission and strategic priorities.

Reporting to the Head of Rugby and working closely with the Senior School and Junior School Sportsmasters, you will support the delivery of a seamless rugby program for students from Year 3 to Year 12.

Your responsibilities will include supporting the implementation of the College Rugby Scope and Sequence, creating development opportunities that enable students of all ages and abilities to grow their skills, confidence and enjoyment of the game, coaching and mentoring coaches, coordinating training and fixtures, and assisting with the delivery of game-day operations and competitions.

The successful candidate will be a proactive, student-focused rugby practitioner with strong coaching, leadership and communication skills and a genuine passion for developing young people through sport. During the rugby off-season, you will also undertake Convenor responsibilities for another sport as directed by the Senior School Sportsmaster.

Applications are welcomed from candidates with experience in school, club or representative rugby environments, including those looking to further develop their career in school sport and co-curricular leadership.

Why Join St Aloysius' College?

St Aloysius' College offers a supportive, mission-aligned and future-focused workplace culture, underpinned by the Jesuit tradition of excellence, care, and community. Staff enjoy a range of professional and personal benefits, including:

• Mission-Driven Community- Be part of a values-based Catholic school committed to forming young men.
• Professional Growth & Formation- Access to tailored professional learning programs, leadership development, and Ignatian formation for all staff.
• Modern Learning & Staff Facilities- Brand-new teaching, learning, and office spaces designed to support innovation and collaboration.
• Support for Further Study- Financial assistance for postgraduate studies, research opportunities, and access to professional networks.
• Student Tuition Discounts- Discounts on tuition fees for children of staff members.
• Salary Packaging Options- Flexible salary sacrifice arrangements to support financial wellbeing.
• Staff Wellbeing Program- Access to wellbeing initiatives including counselling services, employee assistance, and other financial and mental wellbeing initiatives.
• Health & Fitness Benefits- Access to onsite fitness centre and the Fitness Passport program.
• Work-Life Balance- A collegial and supportive environment that promotes balance, flexibility, and meaningful engagement.

Your application

To be considered for this position, the successful candidate will need to demonstrate:

• Commitment to the mission of Catholic education of boys in the Jesuit tradition;
• Demonstrated experience coaching rugby and developing students of all ages and abilities, from Year 3 to Year 12;
• Experience leading, mentoring and supporting coaches, and promoting consistent coaching practices and program standards;
• Experience within an educational setting is advantageous, though not essential;
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to coordinate trials, fixtures, camps, tours and events, manage competing priorities and respond to changing demands;
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with students, families, coaches, staff and sporting associations;
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with initiative and accountability, while collaborating effectively within a team environment;
• Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgement, and a commitment to safeguarding, student wellbeing and upholding College expectations of behaviour and sportsmanship;
• A genuine passion for rugby and for developing young people through sport.
• Willingness and flexibility to work outside of normal school hours, including before-school, after-school, weekend sporting fixtures (including Saturdays) and occasional non-term time duties, in accordance with the operational needs of the College;
• Hold or willing to obtain a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC).

Application Process

Please visit the St Aloysius' College website for more information about this opportunity, including the duty statement, selection criteria and application process.

Applications close: 12:00pm, Monday, 23 November 2026 (AEST). Enquiries may be directed in confidence to the Director of People & Culture, Grant Smith at [e-mail]

Please note that the College is managing the recruitment process directly and will not accept unsolicited applications or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies.

St Aloysius' College is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

• Working with Children / Working with Vulnerable People Check