HEAD/SENIOR COACH, MULTI-SPORT ACADEMY

Singapore Sports School; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports academy in Singapore is seeking a Head / Senior Coach for its Multi-Sport Academy. The successful candidate will design and deliver a high-performance pathway for young athletes, develop strength and conditioning programs, and provide guidance for their transitions into specialised sports. Applicants should have at least 3 years of experience in sports coaching and strong leadership skills. This role emphasizes the holistic development of student-athletes, balancing sports with academic growth.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in high performance sports coaching for elite and/or developmental youth athletes.
• Professional knowledge and/or certification in more than one sport.
• Strong grasp of sports science and long-term athlete development model for youth sport.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver a multi-sport high-performance pathway.
• Develop and execute strength and conditioning programme.
• Support athletes' transition into suitable specialised sport.

Skills

High performance sports coaching

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Networking

Education

Degree or relevant professional qualification in Sports Management

SG-Coach Level 1 or equivalent

Tools

Standard First Aid + CPR/AED certification

Job description

The Singapore Sports School Multi‑Sport Academy is a specialised talent development pathway launched in 2023 for aspiring national athletes who are still exploring the sport they wish to focus on. Instead of specialising early, student‑athletes undergo a two‑year, broad‑based multi‑sport programme that emphasises strong movement competencies and transferable athletic skills, giving them the time and space to discover where they can excel. By the end of Secondary 2, they are guided to select a specialised sport for their upper and post‑secondary years, entering their chosen pathway with a strong, well‑rounded athletic foundation.

As the Head / Senior Coach in our Multi‑Sport Academy, you will:

• Design, deliver and continually refine a multi‑sport high‑performance pathway that develops strong, versatile athletes.
• Develop and execute the strength and conditioning (S&C) programme for all Multi‑Sport Academy athletes.
• Support athletes’ transition into the most suitable specialised sport by the end of their multi‑sport phase.
• Track, analyse and communicate progress of each student‑athlete, providing clear and regular updates to various stakeholders.
• Lead and provide guidance to a team of coaches, setting clear standards and direction for the programme.
• Coordinate and oversee training across sports and disciplines, aligning training plans and objectives for all involved coaches.
• Work closely with internal and external partners (e.g., school staff, sport scientists, National Sport Associations, parents) to deliver strong sporting and holistic outcomes for student‑athletes.
• Champion holistic development, supporting student‑athletes in balancing sporting excellence with academic and character growth.

If you are:

• Driven and committed to unlocking young athletes’ potential.
• Athlete‑centred and engaging, able to connect with and inspire student‑athletes.
• Passionate about long‑term talent development, not just short‑term wins.
• Collaborative and professional, thriving in a high‑expectation, team‑based environment.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in high performance sports coaching for elite and/or developmental youth athletes.
• Professional knowledge and/or certification in more than one sport.
• Strong grasp of sports science, Athletic Skills Model, and long‑term athlete development model for youth sport.
• Strong leadership, collaborative and networking skills in working with colleagues and building strong partnerships with key stakeholders and partners.
• Competent in values inculcation and character development for student‑athletes.
• Good communication, writing and organisational skills.
• Valid Standard First Aid + CPR/AED certification.
• MOE‑registered coach.
• SG‑Coach Level 1 (or equivalent) and registered with the National Registry of Coaches (NROC).
• Experience leading a multi‑disciplinary team (coaches, S&C, sport science, educators) in a high‑performance or academy environment is preferred.
• Degree or relevant professional qualification in Sports Management, Sports Science or Physical Education is preferred.