Head of Sport

Aurion; Darwin; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salaries above award level

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Australian Education Awards Winner

Job summary

Haileybury Rendall School in Darwin seeks an experienced Head of Sport to lead its school-wide sporting program and calendar across Junior, Middle and Senior Schools. The role focuses on coordinating interschool and internal events, while delivering House competitions to foster participation and school spirit.

As a dynamic leader you will enhance student engagement, wellbeing and excellence through a comprehensive cocurricular program, working with staff to provide inclusive opportunities and

Qualifications

• Leader with demonstrated experience in sports management and program coordination.
• Ability to plan and deliver school-wide sporting events with a focus on inclusivity and student wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the school's annual sporting program across Junior, Middle and Senior Schools.
• Oversee interschool and internal sporting events and schedule House competitions across four Houses.
• Foster participation, teamwork and school spirit through a dynamic cocurricular program.

Job description

Haileybury Rendall School is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Head of Sport to join our school. This full-time leadership position will commence in January 2027.

We are looking for a highly motivated professional who is passionate about creating exceptional sporting opportunities and experiences for students across all year levels.

As Head of Sport, you will lead and coordinate the School's annual sporting program, overseeing a diverse calendar of interschool and internal sporting events across the Junior, Middle and Senior Schools. You will also be responsible for planning and delivering House competitions and events across our four Houses, fostering participation, teamwork and school spirit.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader who is committed to promoting student engagement, wellbeing and excellence through a co-curricular program.

All staff at Haileybury Rendall School work together to fulfil the School’s mission: to develop high-achieving students who are connected globally, to each other and to the communities in which they live and will serve. Haileybury Rendall School offers a flexible, diverse and inclusive workforce. We’re focused on embracing change and celebrating and nurturing our people.

The Haileybury Rendall School program provides an exciting and enriching curriculum for all students. It builds resilient and independent learners with skills in creativity, communication, collaboration and critical thinking.

Our teaching approach is tailored to suit all year levels. We develop core literacy and numeracy skills through explicit instruction in the junior years, while in the middle years we move to a combination of explicit instruction and student-centred learning. As students enter their senior years, they begin a three-year VCE program coupled with a range of subjects to suit all interests and abilities.

Health and wellbeing

Haileybury Rendall School provides a safe and supportive learning environment where students are given the opportunity to achieve their full potential, in every aspect of their school life.

Education excellence is at the heart of our culture and national rankings consistently rate Haileybury as one of Australia’s leading independent schools with 20% of our students achieving ATARs above 95.

Extra and Co-Curricular

We are committed to supporting Co-Curricular programs with a range of Extra-Curricular activities covering sport, music, performances, competitions and community initiatives.

Modern facilities

Students have access to a range of academic and sporting facilities including basketball courts, recreational ovals, a swimming pool and a gym.

Ultimately, students leave Haileybury Rendall School prepared for the challenges that lie ahead, with a love for learning and with the life skills essential for success.

Haileybury Rendall School is committed to a Child Safe school environment and we have extensive recruitment and screening processes in place. All interested applicants are encouraged to read and familiarise themselves with Haileybury Rendall School's Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy located on the Haileybury Rendall School website ( https://www.haileyburyrendall.com.au/policies ).

Haileybury Rendall School is a child safe organisation which welcomes all children, young people and their families. Haileybury Rendall School is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children, including those under the care and supervision of the School. The School recognises the importance of, and its responsibility for, ensuring a safe and supportive environment which respects the rights of children and fosters their enrichment and wellbeing.

Benefits of joining Haileybury Rendall School:

• Salaries and packages at above-award level
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 2022 Australian Education Awards Winner – Boarding School of the Year.
• 2023 Australian Education Awards Winner – Regional School of the Year.

For further insights into the experience and benefits of working at Haileybury Rendall School , please visit the Employment page on the Haileybury Rendall School website ( https://www.haileyburyrendall.com.au ) and refer to “Careers”.

Haileybury Rendall School is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

To apply for this position, you must have the legal right to live and work in Australia.

Applications close on 25th November 2026 at Midnight. Please note we will be screening applications and scheduling interviews as applications are received; therefore, the role may be filled prior to the closing date.