Rugby Program Director, High-Performance Academy

Waverley College; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Waverley College invites applications for the Head of Rugby. This 3-year contract aims to establish a high‑performance rugby program across years 5–12, focusing on planning, preparation, development and leadership of coaches and teams.

The role requires strong leadership, budget oversight, and the ability to mentor staff and players within a Catholic school context. An NSW Working with Children Check, First Aid and CPR, and CAS familiarity are essential.

Qualifications

• Level 2+ coaching accreditation.
• Experience coaching high level Rugby with success in player and coach development.
• Experience managing a large Rugby programme including budget management, staff/coach development and programme development.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to build relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders (students, staff, parents, Old Boys, external partners).
• Understanding of CAS sports or experience in a similar school association.
• Valid NSW Working with Children Check and First Aid and CPR accreditation.
• Supportive of the Catholic ethos of the community.

Responsibilities

• Develop an all-year Rugby Academy with resources, funding, facilities and equipment to support player and coach development in a high performance environment.
• Ensure compliance with CAS regulations and other governing bodies.
• Analyse data on performance, player statistics, game results and metrics to inform program decisions.
• Recommend and manage tours.
• Recruit, train and evaluate performance of coaches.
• Conduct regular sessions to align coaches with Academy goals.

Skills

Rugby coaching

Budget management

Coach development

Stakeholder relations

Data analysis

Strong communication

Education

Level 2 Coach Accreditation

Job description

Waverley College invites applications for the Head of Rugby. This 3-year contract aims to establish a high‑performance rugby program across years 5–12, focusing on planning, preparation, development and leadership of coaches and teams.

The role requires strong leadership, budget oversight, and the ability to mentor staff and players within a Catholic school context. An NSW Working with Children Check, First Aid and CPR, and CAS familiarity are essential.