Pathways Coaching Lead - Elite Development & Mentoring

Perth Bears; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Perth Bears are building a premier pathway and high-performance program in Western Australia. We seek a Pathways Coaching Coordinator to implement our coaching philosophy and a rigorous skill framework across pathway and academy programs, aligning development from grassroots to representative levels.

Reporting to the Elite Pathways Manager, you will mentor coaches, drive high-performance environments, collaborate with schools and pathway partners, and uphold Child Safe Standards and Sport

Qualifications

• NRL Senior Club Coach Accreditation (Level 2) or equivalent.
• Tertiary qualification in Education, Teaching, Sports Science, Exercise Physiology, or related field.
• Current Working with Children Check and National Police Clearance.
• Experience in junior high performance coaching and talent development.
• Experience mentoring and developing coaches.
• Knowledge of Child Safe Standards and Sport Integrity requirements.
• Willingness to travel regularly and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Embed and deliver the Perth Bears coaching philosophy and NRL-level skill framework across pathways and programs.
• Support high performance training environments that accelerate player development.
• Mentor, develop, and evaluate pathway coaches through education programs and performance reviews.
• Maintain alignment across WA, NSW, and QLD pathway hubs.
• Collaborate with high performance, medical, and sports science teams to optimise wellbeing and performance.
• Lead talent identification and roster planning across regions.
• Facilitate transitions from academy to representative and senior environments.
• Build relationships with schools and pathway stakeholders while upholding Child Safe Standards.

Skills

Coaching

Mentoring coaches

High performance coaching

Talent development

Education

NRL Senior Club Coach Accreditation (Level 2)

Elite Coach Accreditation (Level 3) or in progress

Tertiary qualification in Education/Teaching/Sports Science

Working with Children Check

National Police Clearance

Job description

The Perth Bears are building a premier pathway and high-performance program in Western Australia. We seek a Pathways Coaching Coordinator to implement our coaching philosophy and a rigorous skill framework across pathway and academy programs, aligning development from grassroots to representative levels.

Reporting to the Elite Pathways Manager, you will mentor coaches, drive high-performance environments, collaborate with schools and pathway partners, and uphold Child Safe Standards and Sport