Mountain Biking Sports Coach

AusCycling SA; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Wellbeing initiatives

Employee Assistance Program

Onsite café

Job summary

Knox Grammar School in Wahroonga is seeking a passionate Mountain Biking Coach to join the Sports and Aquatic Academy on a casual basis. You will deliver coaching sessions, develop riders of varying experience, and support the program across training, competitions and school events.

The role emphasizes safety, student wellbeing and collaboration with staff, with accreditation and first aid desirable. You will travel between venues and contribute to a positive, values-driven sporting culture.

Qualifications

• Mountain biking coaching experience required.
• Passion for developing young athletes.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to travel between venues.
• Level 1 PMBIA or AusCycling accreditation desirable.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification desirable.
• Experience working with school-aged students desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging coaching sessions focused on skill development, technique and rider confidence.
• Create a positive, challenging and supportive learning environment for students.
• Coach and supervise students at training sessions, competitions and school sporting events.
• Provide individual feedback and support student development pathways.
• Work collaboratively with coaching staff to support team culture and program objectives.
• Assist with team administration, attendance records, results reporting and student welfare.
• Uphold Knox's commitment to student wellbeing, safety and child protection.

Skills

Mountain biking coaching

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Flexible travel between venues

Education

PMBIA/AusCycling accreditation desirable

First Aid/CPR certification desirable

Job description

Knox Grammar School is an independent, multi-campus Kindergarten to Year 12 day and boarding school for boys, located at Wahroonga on Sydney’s North Shore. In addition to the single-sex campuses, Knox also operates Wahroonga Preparatory School, a co-educational campus for students Pre-Kindergarten to Year 6.

A leading Uniting Church School, Knox aims to develop students of Faith, Wisdom, Integrity, Compassion and Courage within a caring Christian environment.

About the Role

Knox Grammar School is seeking enthusiastic and experienced Mountain Biking Coach to join the Knox Sports and Aquatic Academy (KSAA) on a casual basis. Working alongside the Director of Sport and Head Coach of Mountain Biking, you will play an important role in delivering a positive, engaging and progressive coaching program that supports students of varying experience levels.

Mountain biking is offered throughout the year, with the competitive season taking place during summer.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Deliver engaging coaching sessions focused on skill development, technique and rider confidence
• Create a positive, challenging and supportive learning environment for students
• Coach and supervise students at training sessions, competitions and school sporting events
• Provide individual feedback and support student development pathways
• Work collaboratively with coaching staff to support team culture and program objectives
• Assist with team administration, attendance records, results reporting and student welfare
• Uphold Knox's commitment to student wellbeing, safety and child protection

About You

• Previous mountain biking coaching experience
• A passion for developing young athletes and fostering a love of sport
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to work collaboratively within a coaching team
• A current driver's licence and the ability to travel between venues
• Level 1 PMBIA or AusCycling Mountain Biking Coach accreditation is desirable
• Current First Aid and CPR certification is desirable
• Experience working with school-aged students is desirable

Why Knox

At Knox, our staff are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a workplace where people feel supported, valued and empowered to thrive.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary package
• Ongoing professional learning and career development opportunities
• Staff wellbeing initiatives including yoga, fitness and boxing classes
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Staff recognition and awards programs
• Daily morning tea and onsite café facilities
• A supportive and collaborative community committed to excellence and onsite café

Knox offers outstanding long-term career opportunities, is values-driven and an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Before applying, please read the comprehensive role description available on our website:

Please note that applications will be assessed as they are received, and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date.

Knox Grammar School is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all our students and children involved in activities at Knox. The School actively promotes a culture of child safety and requires all prospective staff to be suitable and committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment.

To support this commitment, the School partners with Australia's leading child protection organisations, including Bravehearts to deliver annual online child protection training for permanent staff and Halloran Morrissey Group which delivers face-to-face training for all permanent and casual staff. Knox's blended learning approach ensures all training incorporates current legislative requirements and practical, real-world applications. This approach ensures our staff receive relevant, up-to-date and comprehensive child safety education.