Sports Coach - Rugby First Xv Head Coach

St Joseph'S College Gregory Terrace; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

St Joseph's College Gregory Terrace in Spring Hill, QLD, is seeking a Rugby First XV Head Coach on a fixed term, part-time basis commencing in 2027. You will lead the flagship rugby program, shaping season plans, recruiting and retaining players, and aligning with High Performance and Medical staff to deliver an integrated development environment.

Reporting to the Director of Rugby, you will advance the College's Rugby Coaching Curriculum and ensure high-quality coaching across all year levels

Qualifications

• Level 3 or higher Rugby Australia Coaching Accreditation (or international equivalent).
• Experience in school-based or high-performance rugby environments.
• Strong understanding of contemporary coaching principles and long-term athlete development models.
• Background in education, sports management or player development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the First XV program with season planning, talent identification, recruitment, selection and retention.
• Collaborate with High Performance, Strength & Conditioning and Medical staff to create an integrated athlete development environment.
• Implement and advance the College's Rugby Coaching Curriculum and Framework across all year levels.
• Drive the strategic direction and delivery of the flagship rugby program in partnership with the Director of Rugby.

Skills

School-based rugby experience

High performance rugby experience

Athlete development models

Education

Rugby Australia Level 3 Accreditation

Job description

Sports Coach - Rugby First XV Head Coach

St Joseph's College Gregory Terrace – Spring Hill QLD

Fixed Term Part Time, commencing in 2027

Lead and inspire a whole school Rugby program recognised for excellence in player development, participation and performance. As First XV Head Coach, you will drive the strategic direction and delivery of the flagship First XV program, overseeing season planning, talent identification, recruitment, selection and retention. Working collaboratively with High Performance, Strength & Conditioning and Medical staff, you will create an integrated athlete development environment that prioritises both wellbeing and performance outcomes. In partnership with the Director of Rugby, you will also play a pivotal role in implementing and advancing the College's Rugby Coaching Curriculum and Framework, ensuring a consistent and high quality coaching experience across all year levels.

WHO WE ARE

St Joseph’s College, Gregory Terrace is a Catholic Day School in the Edmund Rice tradition for young men in Years 5 to 12. The college has an enrolment of 1950 boys from Years 5 to 12, and a staff of 240.Terrace’s Sporting program has a proud and longstanding tradition, playing a key role in both the individual and shared experiences of our students. It supports the College’s mission to provide a well rounded education for our young men.

ABOUT YOU

Level 3 or higher Rugby Australia Coaching Accreditation (or international equivalent).

Experience in school based or high performance Rugby environments.

Strong understanding of contemporary coaching principles and long-term athlete development models.

Ideally with a background in education, sports management or player development.

For suitably qualified candidates, there may be additional employment opportunities at the College.

Registered Teachers are encouraged to apply.

PLEASE NOTE

This position involves working with children. The appointment of the successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with the law. These checks are consistent with Edmund Rice Education Australia's commitment to child protection policies and procedures.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE

9:00am Friday 13 November.