Program Leader - Volleyball

St Rita's College; Albion; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

St Rita’s College in Clayfield, Brisbane, is seeking a part-time Program Leader – Volleyball to coach, lead and grow the school's volleyball program. The role involves strategic oversight, developing plans, and mentoring coaches to foster participation, performance and student wellbeing.

You will report to the Head of Sport, coordinate training, fixtures and events, and contribute to other sporting programs during quieter periods.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and coaching Volleyball programs.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate young athletes.
• Experience managing coaches, stakeholders and sporting operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and administer the College’s Volleyball program.
• Develop and implement program plans that support participation, performance and student wellbeing.
• Provide leadership, mentoring and support to coaches and program staff.
• Coach students within the Volleyball program.
• Build positive relationships with students, families, coaches and the wider sporting community.
• Represent the College at competitions, fixtures, meetings and sporting events.
• Contribute to other sporting programs during quieter periods throughout the year.

Skills

Volleyball coaching

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication

Job description

St Rita’s College | Clayfield, Brisbane
Part-time, Term-time Continuing | 16 Hours Per Week

Are you passionate about developing young athletes and building a positive, high-performing sporting culture?

St Rita’s College is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Program Leader – Volleyball to coach, lead and grow our successful Volleyball program. Reporting to the Head of Sport, you will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of the program, fostering excellence, participation and personal development for students across all levels.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated sports professional to shape the future of Volleyball at the College while mentoring coaches, developing student-athletes and promoting a strong and inclusive team culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and administer the College’s Volleyball program.
• Develop and implement program plans that support participation, performance and student wellbeing.
• Provide leadership, mentoring and support to coaches and program staff.
• Coach students within the Volleyball program.
• Build positive relationships with students, families, coaches and the wider sporting community.
• Represent the College at competitions, fixtures, meetings and sporting events.
• Contribute to other sporting programs during quieter periods throughout the year.

About the Role

• Part-time, term-time continuing position.
• 16 hours per week.
• Commencing 11 January 2027.
• Mondays and Wednesday afternoons required (may vary seasonally).
• Third administration day negotiable.
• Regular attendance at training sessions, competitions and College sporting events is required.

About You

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience leading and coaching Volleyball programs.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• The ability to inspire and motivate young athletes.
• Experience managing coaches, stakeholders and sporting operations.
• A commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive and student-centred sporting environment.
• Alignment with the values and mission of St Rita’s College.

Why St Rita’s College?

St Rita’s College is a leading Catholic school for girls in Years 5–12 with a proud sporting tradition. We are committed to empowering students to achieve their personal best while fostering teamwork, resilience and a lifelong love of sport.

Applications close: 29 November 2026

• Provide a Cover Letter outlining your suitability for the role and addressing the selection criteria below
• A current Resume

• Describe your experience coaching Volleyball and leading a sporting program, including athlete development and achieving positive participation or performance outcomes
• Describe your ability to effectively manage sporting operations and build positive relationships with students, families, coaches, officials and the wider sporting community.
• Provide an example of how you have fostered an inclusive, supportive and high-performing environment that promotes student wellbeing, teamwork and a love of sport.
• Your understanding of child protection legislation, duty of care obligations and safeguarding responsibilities within a school environment.

• Provide two professional references (landline numbers preferred).

Applications close: 8:00am, 29 November 2026