Head of Adventure Sports

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Methodist Ladies' College Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year

Ref Code

1071526

Location

Melbourne

Category

Education Support

Sub Categories

Sports Department

The Role:

Full Time | 6 Weeks Leave | Commencing 2026 (or earlier if suitable)

Closing Date: 5 September

We are excited to introduce a new leadership opportunity at MLC – Head of Adventure Sport. This role is responsible for leading and coordinating the College's new Adventure Sport portfolio, which includes established programs in Kayaking, Equestrian and Snowsports, alongside brand new and emerging offerings such as skateboarding, surfing, ninja warrior, and sport climbing.

Reporting to the Director of Sport, this position will manage coaching staff, Adventure Sport supervisors, and external providers to deliver a safe, dynamic and engaging sport program for our students.

About the Role

  • Lead and coordinate the Adventure Sport portfolio across it's multiple disciplines.
  • Recruit, mentor and manage a team of coaches and providers.
  • Oversee student participation, safety, and wellbeing during training, competitions, and events.
  • Develop strong relationships with students, parents, and external stakeholders.
  • Manage compliance, risk, equipment, and health and safety requirements.
  • Organise events, camps, and competitions while promoting student engagement and growth.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Sport to align Adventure Sport processes with College expectations.

About You

You are an energetic and experienced leader with a passion for sport and youth development. You bring:

  • Sport Management qualifications or relevant experience in sporting industry
  • Demonstrated experience in leading and motivating staff.
  • Excellent organisational, time management, and communication skills.
  • Experience in schools or youth sporting environments.
  • A strong understanding of the Victorian Child Safe Standards.
  • Current Working with Children Check.

The School

MLC is a leading independent girls' day and boarding school in the inner east of Melbourne. Our unmatched breadth of learning and wellbeing experiences and environments inspires and supports students to find and nurture their individual interests and talents and achieve their best.

Our commitment to excellence and innovation in education, combined with a wide breadth of curriculum, co-curricular activities and College resources, ensures MLC students are empowered to be confident and resilient global citizens with the skills and knowledge to thrive in a changing world.

Child Safety at MLC

MLC is a child safe employer and is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and empowerment of all children. Applicants must hold a current Working with Children Check and will be subject to relevant child safety screening and training.

Please be aware that while we make every effort to adhere to the stated closing dates, the application process may close early if a significant number of qualified candidates are identified before the official deadline.

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