Tennis Sports Coaches and Assistants

Melbourne Grammar School; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Melbourne Grammar School in Melbourne is seeking qualified Tennis Coaches and Assistants to work with students at our Wadhurst (Middle School) and Senior School campuses on a seasonal, casual basis. Successful applicants must be available for weekday training and Saturday morning fixtures, with sessions from 6.45am–8.00am or 2.30pm–6.00pm.

Must have a Working with Children Check and First Aid Certificate, or be willing to obtain prior to commencement.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of tennis and game rules.
• Ability to inspire or motivate young athletes.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive sporting environment.
• Must have Working with Children Check and First Aid Certificate, or be willing to obtain prior to commencement.

Responsibilities

• Coach students during training sessions and Saturday fixtures.
• Support weekday training across morning and afternoon slots.
• Contribute to a positive, fun and inclusive sporting environment.

Skills

Strong knowledge of tennis

Motivating young athletes

Excellent communication

Job description

Melbourne Grammar School is seeking highly skilled and dedicated Tennis Coaches and Assistants to work with students at our Wadhurst (Middle School) and Senior School campuses on a seasonal, casual basis. Sport at Melbourne Grammar School is considered very important to our students’ overall development and our sports programs cater for all levels of performance, while also providing pathways for the elite who wish to excel.

Saturday inter-school sport as part of the Associated Public Schools (APS) sporting competition is compulsory and our students have access to the best possible Coaches, Assistants, and facilities to enhance their skills and physical fitness, while ensuring sport remains a lot of fun.

Training sessions and availability

• Successful applicants must be available for weekday training and Saturday morning competition fixtures
• Training is available both during morning timeslots (6.45am-8.00am) and afternoons (from 2.30pm – 6.00pm).

Training session times will be advised to successful applicants.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of the sport and rules of the game. Prior coaching experience is not necessary but commitment and passion to the sport is essential.
• Ability to inspire or motivate young athletes
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive sporting environment

Must have a Working with Children Check and First Aid Certificate, or be willing to obtain prior to commencement

Our School is a place of extraordinary possibilities.

Melbourne Grammar School is one of Australia's leading independent schools that believes in the holistic education of young people. This role is based at our South Yarra campus where our Senior School welcome around 850 boys in Years 9 – 12 each day and our Wadhurst campus, comprises 400 boys in Years 7 and 8 where they make the transition from primary to secondary education in an environment designed with their needs in mind.

We believe that education can create extraordinary possibilities in the lives of young people and the communities in which they live. We engage talented people and want them to create possibilities for themselves and for others. Teaching and learning at Melbourne Grammar School strikes a balance between the best of traditional approaches and contemporary practice. We are focused on growth and active participation, and our work is supported by expert and dedicated teachers, outstanding resources and learning spaces purpose-built for young learners.

Melbourne Grammar School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

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