Part-Time School Strength & Conditioning Coach (After-School)

Canberra Girls Grammar School; Canberra; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous professional learning budget

Job summary

Canberra Girls Grammar School is seeking a Strength and Conditioning Coach for a fixed-term, part-time role (0.5FTE) commencing Term 1, 2027. The role involves developing and implementing training programs for students, with after-school and weekend sessions as required, and collaboration with Sport and HPE staff.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, ASCA/CSCS certification, and experience with adolescent girls in a school setting.

Qualifications

• A degree in Exercise Science, Sports Science, Physical Education, or a related field would be advantageous.
• Certification as a Strength and Conditioning Coach (Level 1 or 2) from ASCA or CSCS.
• Current membership with ASCA or CSCS or equivalent.
• Experience implementing age-appropriate strength and conditioning across sports.
• Experience working with adolescent girls in a school setting is advantageous.
• Understanding of ASCA Position Stand on Youth Resistance Training is preferred but not essential.
• First Aid and CPR certifications.
• Ability to communicate sensitively with students, parents and staff.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and as part of a team.
• Ability to work flexible hours before/after school and on weekends.
• Generous professional learning budget.
• Formal appraisal process for professional development and career advancement.
• Working with Children / Working with Vulnerable People Check

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strength and conditioning program in consultation with Head of Sport.
• Provide group sessions, individual programs, and gym supervision.
• Schedule and deliver gym inductions for new users.
• Provide regular, evidence-based feedback to students.
• Maintain athlete profiles and programs for performance reviews.
• Maintain knowledge of industry standards and best practices.
• Develop tracking systems to monitor progress.
• Support injury management and rehabilitation in collaboration with coaches/practitioners.
• Collaborate with Sport, HPE staff, coaches and departments to support athletes.
• Maintain a clean, safe gym environment and ensure equipment safety checks.
• Coordinate training sessions and events with Sport staff.
• Keep staff informed of school policies and WHS standards.
• Represent the school to staff, students, parents via communications.
• Monitor, evaluate and report on program effectiveness.
• Structure pastoral care to support wellbeing and participation.
• Foster positive relationships and ensure safe training experiences.

Skills

First Aid & CPR certifications

Ability to communicate with students/|

Team collaboration

Flexibility around hours

Education

Degree in Exercise Science or related field

Tools

ASCA/CSCS membership

Job description

Canberra Girls Grammar School is seeking a Strength and Conditioning Coach for a fixed-term, part-time role (0.5FTE) commencing Term 1, 2027. The role involves developing and implementing training programs for students, with after-school and weekend sessions as required, and collaboration with Sport and HPE staff.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, ASCA/CSCS certification, and experience with adolescent girls in a school setting.