Director of Sport

Job Title: Director of Sport

Job Summary:

St Margaret's Anglican Girls School is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Sport to lead the development and coordination of the co-curricular sport program across Years 7 – 12. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring a high-quality sport and activities program is offered, promoting high levels of participation and opportunities for student growth, success, and excellence in sport.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the future planning and development of the secondary school sport program with a dynamic student-centred vision
• Manage the interschool and intraschool sport programs, club sports, interhouse carnivals, and supplementary competitions
• Promote a culture that encourages high levels of participation by students and implement programs that enable individuals and teams to progress from participation to achieving their personal best
• Optimise resources and ensure a high level of risk management and safety across the program
• Effectively manage all staff and volunteers within the sport and activities program

About St Margaret's:

St Margaret's has a long, proud history of women in sport, with a diverse and inclusive sport program that includes AFL, Athletics, Basketball, Badminton, Cricket, Cross Country, Soccer, Gymnastics, Hockey, Netball, Rowing, Swimming, Tennis, and Touch Football.

Requirements:

• Relevant qualifications and a strong background in sports management, either in schools or a similar context
• Previous sports management experience with the demonstrated ability to lead a large and diverse sport program
• Previous experience managing and developing coaches and/or other staff
• A passion for encouraging participation in sport and active living
• Exceptional leadership skills, including well-developed time management and organisation skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to quickly build positive working relationships with students, staff, parents, and external bodies
• Strong knowledge of risk management and compliance relevant to the role

What We Offer:

St Margaret's is a supportive and inclusive workplace that offers a range of wellbeing initiatives, including an employee assistance program, free flu vaccinations, and massages. The successful candidate will have access to a world-class sport precinct and the opportunity to work with a team of sports professionals and coaches who are highly motivated to provide the best opportunities for students.