Assistant Coach - Boys Wrestling - Cedar High School

Irondistrict; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar High School is seeking an Assistant Boys Wrestling Coach to support the head coach in planning practices, teaching skills and strategies, and motivating student athletes to excel in competition.

The assistant coach will assess players, help with game strategy, ensure safety, and model sportsmanship during practices and events.

They will support equipment management, eligibility documentation, and coordination for banquets or assemblies as part of the athletic program.

Qualifications

• Experience coaching wrestling at school level preferred.
• Ability to teach techniques and strategies to student athletes.
• Strong communication and supervision skills during practices and events.

Responsibilities

• Assist head coach with planning practices and teaching skills.
• Instruct players on rules, techniques, and game strategies to prepare for competition.
• Observe players during practice and games and help identify improvement needs.

Skills

Coaching

Team leadership

Practice planning

Job description

Assistant Coach - Boys Wrestling - Cedar High School JobID: 2683

Date Posted: 9/11/2026 | Location: Cedar High School

We want you on our team! Work in a place where you can feel valued for what you do and make a difference in the lives of student athletesin our community!

Cedar High School is seeking an Assistant Boys Wrestling Coach. This position will remain open until filled.

The Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting the head coach with various coaching responsibilities including conducting practices, instructing student athletes in game strategies and techniques to prepare them for athletic competition, and motivating student athletes to develop an appreciation of the sport.

• Assists in assessing player's skills and assigns team positions.
• Assists in developing a regular practice schedule and organizes practice time to provide both individual and team development.
• Coaches and instructs players, individually or in groups, regarding the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport.
• Observes players, during competition and practice and keeps the Head Coach informed to determine the needs for individual or team improvement.
• Assists with determining game strategy based on the team's capabilities.
• Assists the Head Coach in maintaining standards of pupil behavior and providing proper supervision of athletes at all times.
• Follows established procedures in the event of an athlete's injury.
• Follows state, regional, and district regulations governing the athletic program.
• Models sports-like behavior and maintains appropriate conduct towards players, officials, and spectators.
• Follows established procedures for the proper care, maintenance, and requisitioning of equipment, supplies, and uniforms.
• Participates in special activities to include banquets, award nights, and assemblies.
• Performs support tasks such as distributing and maintaining eligibility forms, emergency data cards, insurance records, equipment inventory, and other related records.
• Models non discriminatory practices in all activities.