Sports Coach

Introduction:

About Us

Padua College is an independent Catholic Boys' Day School from Years 5-12 conducted by the Order of Franciscan Friars minor with an enrolment of over 1500 boys.

We are an enriching and nurturing educational community which offers young men the opportunity to discover and develop their individual talents and interests within a vibrant and caring Christian environment.

Since 1956, Padua College has relied on the support and wonderful generosity of our parents and friends, in partnership with the Franciscan community, to create the outstanding campus and community we are so fortunate to share today.

Description:

About the Role

We're looking for committed, energetic and enthusiastic volunteer coaches to join our team and help deliver fun, inclusive, and skill-building sessions for young athletes.

Whether you've coached before or simply love the game, we'd love to hear from you.

What We're Looking For

• Basic knowledge of football rules and techniques
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• A positive attitude and commitment to youth development
• Availability for weekly training and weekend matches

Skills and Experiences:

How to Get Involved

To get involved, please submit your expression of interest via our Volunteer Portal. Your expression of interest should include

• A completed application form (mandatory) - please download the application form by clicking here.
• Any supporting documents (e.g. first aid certificate / coaching qualifications)
• A cover letter, telling us more about you and your experience within the sport (optional)
• Please note: you are not required, to upload a resume as part of this application process.

For any enquiries and more information about the role, please contact our Sports Department via or on

Candidates must submit their applications by 8am on Wednesday 10 September 2025.

Please note that applications that do not include a completed application form cannot be considered.

At Padua College, the safety and wellbeing of our students is our highest priority. We believe that student protection is a shared responsibility, and we expect all volunteers to actively contribute to creating a safe, supportive environment for children and young people. All volunteer roles are subject to a basic screening process. Successful applicants must demonstrate a clear understanding of child safety standards and hold a current, positive Working with Children Check (or be willing to obtain one). Training and guidance will be provided to help volunteers uphold our commitment to student protection.