Assistant Director of Sport

3 days ago

Burwood, Australia MLC School Full time

Location:

- MLC School
- Employment Type:

- FP - Full-Time Permanent
- Department:

- Sport
- Closing Date:

- 01 Oct 2025

Inspire the next generation of fearless thinkers and leaders in sport

MLC School is seeking a dynamic and passionate **Assistant Director of Sport** to join our vibrant sports department. This full-time, permanent role is an exciting opportunity to help shape and deliver a diverse, high-quality sports program for students from Pre-K to Year 12, in line with our mission to educate and inspire young women to be fearless thinkers with moral courage and compassion.

**About the Role**

Working closely with the Director of Sport, you will:

- Oversee the daily operations of the school’s sports program, including carnivals, representative pathways, and facility management.
- Coordinate logistics, scheduling, and risk management for sporting activities and events.
- Lead and mentor sports department staff, coaches, and heads of programs.
- Foster a culture of lifelong fitness, personal excellence, and school pride.
- Represent MLC School at IGSA and IPSHA events, meetings, and competitions.
- Support marketing and promotional efforts to encourage student participation in sport.
- Attend and support Friday night, Saturday, and other weekend sporting events.

**What We’re Looking For**
- Tertiary qualifications in sports management, sports administration, education, or a related field.
- At least 5 years’ experience in an educational or sporting environment.
- Demonstrated leadership experience and a thorough knowledge of school sport, including IPSHA and IGSSA.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and organisational skills.
- A commitment to girls’ education and the values of MLC School and the Uniting Church.
- Flexibility to work across a range of hours, including weekends and evenings.

**Desirable**:Sports coaching qualifications, First Aid and CPR certification, and experience with Apple devices and Microsoft Office.

All applicants must hold a current Working with Children Check and support the School’s Child Protection Policy.

**Why Join MLC School?**

MLC School offers a supportive and enriching work environment with a strong focus on staff wellbeing and professional development. Benefits include:

- Dedicated professional growth opportunities
- CPR and First Aid Certification
- State-of-the-art facilities and collegiate culture
- Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families
- Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years.
- Salary packaging options
- Free onsite parking and easy access to public transport
- Access to the School’s gym and Aquatic Centre and Fitness Passport.

**How to Apply**
- A cover letter
- Your resume (including contact details for three confidential referees)
- Academic transcript

Applications close**:1 October 2025**

**Recruitment agencies are kindly asked not to contact us regarding this vacancy.

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