Director of Athletic Development & Youth Sports Performance

Knox Grammar School; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Wellbeing initiatives

Awards programs

EAP

Onsite café & morning tea

Staff discounts

Job summary

Knox Grammar School in Wahroonga, NSW, seeks an experienced Head of Athletic Development to lead the Athletic Development Centre within the KSAA. You will design programs, manage staff, and drive strategic planning across Preparatory to Year 12, ensuring safe, evidence-based development for students.

Leading a team of Athletic Development Coaches and collaborating with sport Directors, you will foster exceptional wellbeing and performance, with a strong focus on youth development and stakeholder

Qualifications

• Qualifications in Sports Science, Health Science or Human Movement or related discipline.
• Minimum Level 1 Athletic Development certification, incl. Olympic weightlifting techniques.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Experience designing & delivering athletic development programs for young athletes.
• Strong leadership, communication & stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing coaches, facilities and operational resources.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, continuous improvement & student wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the Athletic Development Centre, including design and delivery of programs.
• Oversee facility operations, staff leadership, budget planning and strategic direction.
• Direct a team of Athletic Development Coaches and work with Directors of Sport and boarding teams.
• Develop age-appropriate pathways supporting long-term athletic development.
• Ensure programs align with best practice and school policies.

Education

Sports Science/Health Science/Human Movement

Level 1 Athletic Development cert.

First Aid & CPR cert.

Experience designing athletic development for youths

Leadership & stakeholder management

Coaches/facilities/operational resources mgmt

Evidence-based practice & wellbeing

Job description

Knox Grammar School in Wahroonga, NSW, seeks an experienced Head of Athletic Development to lead the Athletic Development Centre within the KSAA. You will design programs, manage staff, and drive strategic planning across Preparatory to Year 12, ensuring safe, evidence-based development for students.

Leading a team of Athletic Development Coaches and collaborating with sport Directors, you will foster exceptional wellbeing and performance, with a strong focus on youth development and stakeholder