Expressions of Interest - Casual Sport Coach

Canterbury; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 47,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite café

Gym access

Free onsite parking

Ongoing training and support

Career development opportunities

Collaborative community

Job summary

Canterbury College invites expressions of interest for casual sport coaching across basketball, soccer, volleyball, hockey and cricket. We welcome qualified coaches to help develop student skills and teamwork in a positive, inclusive setting.

Roles involve delivering training, assisting with team selections and events, and maintaining safety and records. Hourly rates range from $33.77 to $50.68 (ex super) depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Current Blue Card (Working with Children Check – Queensland) or eligibility to obtain one prior to commencement.
• Commitment to child safety and the wellbeing of young people.
• Qualifications or relevant experience to the positions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging training sessions and coaching programmes for students.
• Support team selections, player development, and season preparation activities.
• Promote participation, sportsmanship, and student wellbeing.
• Supervise students during training sessions, games and events.
• Ensure a safe, inclusive environment for all participants.
• Maintain attendance records and communicate with students and families as required.
• Assist with organisation, care and return of sporting equipment and uniforms.
• Collaborate with staff and Sport Coordinators to deliver programs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Child safety awareness

Job description

Expressions of Interest - Casual Sport Coach

Canterbury College is a high-performing, award-winning Anglican ELC to 12 school, serving the dynamic growth corridor of Logan, northern Gold Coast, the Scenic Rim and southern Brisbane.

Canterbury was established in 1987 as an academic school in the grammar school tradition. There is an unrelenting focus in the school on all-roundedness in our students, reflecting that academics, sport, performing arts, character, service and leadership are core dimensions of a Canterbury education.

Coaching Opportunities Available

• Basketball
• Soccer
• Volleyball
• Hockey
• Cricket Coaches and Cricket Umpires

Key Responsibilities

We have multiple coaching opportunities available across the sporting disciplines outlined above. As a Sports Coach, you will play an integral role in developing students' skills, confidence, teamwork, and passion for sport while contributing to a positive and inclusive sporting environment. Rates range from $33.77 to $50.68 per hour (excluding superannuation), depending on qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering engaging training sessions and coaching programs for students.
• Supporting team selections, player development, and season preparation activities.
• Promoting participation, sportsmanship, and student wellbeing.
• Supervising students during training sessions, games, and sporting events.
• Ensuring a safe, inclusive, and positive environment for all participants.
• Maintaining attendance records and supporting regular communication with students and families where required.
• Assisting with the organisation, care, and return of sporting equipment and uniforms.
• Collaborating with College staff and Sport Coordinators to support the successful delivery of sporting programs.
• Representing the College professionally and upholding expected standards of conduct and presentation.
• Assisting with sporting events, presentations, awards, and other sport-related activities throughout the year.
• Maintaining current qualifications, certifications, and compliance requirements relevant to the role.
• Undertaking other duties as reasonably required to support the College's sporting and extracurricular programs.

Essential Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Current Blue Card (Working with Children Check – Queensland) or eligibility to obtain one prior to commencement.
• Commitment to child safety and the wellbeing of young people.
• Qualifications or relevant experience to the positions

Perks of Working at Canterbury College

• Enjoy the convenience of an onsite café
• Stay active with access to our gym and sporting facilities
• Benefit from free onsite parking
• Receive ongoing training and professional support
• Grow your career through development opportunities
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive community

Why Join Canterbury College

At Canterbury, our mantra is "Different Together." We're not all the same and that is our greatest strength. We draw on these different life experiences, stories and values to learn from one another and to make our community stronger.

If you are ready to take your career to the next level and value a supportive and collaborative work environment, where excellence is respected and nourished, we invite you to express your interest in joining our team at Canterbury College.

We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and respectful. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Regardless of your religious, gender, sexuality or cultural identity, you have a home at Canterbury.

Canterbury College supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of students enrolled at the College. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to adhere to the College’s policies and procedures relevant to student care and protection.

12 October 2026Waterford Queensland, Australia$33.77 - $50.68 per hour (ex super)Casual/VacationSport & RecreationCoaching & Instruction