Strength and Conditioning Coach

About St Catherines SchoolSt Catherines is a vibrant, close-knit community where students, teachers, and parents share in the journey of learning. We have magnificent teachers who are great activators of change for girls and who enhance their students learning though the provision of a stimulating, tailored and future-focused education.Our School's proud reputation for academic excellence, exceptional teachers, a supportive community, outstanding co-curricular programs, and well-equipped facilities has placed St Catherine's School as one of the top performing schools across Victoria for years. However, our greatest achievement is the quality of character our students exhibit.St Catherine's is committed to building and retaining a strong workforce of dedicated teachers and professional staff who can create an environment of best practice. Our aim is to be a truly inclusive, and caring school where both students and staff are supported and encouraged to flourish in the St Catherine's School environment.About The RoleSt Catherine's School is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Strength and Conditioning Coach to plan and implement high-quality training programs that support the physical development, performance, and wellbeing of students across all sports. While working with a broad range of teams, the role has a particular focus on supporting the rowing program in a performance program.Working as part of the broader coaching team, the Strength and Conditioning Coach will provide structured, engaging, and safe training programs that align with the School’s sporting philosophy, culture and support students to perform at their best across a range of sports, while also fostering long-term athletic development and supporting pathways for students who wish to pursue higher-level competition or representative opportunities.This role is a part-time fixed term (1 year) position and reports to the Director of Sport.To Be Successful In This Opportunity You Will RequireExperience delivering strength & conditioning programs to youth or school-aged athletes across multiple sports.Experience supporting rowing athletes or knowledge of rowing-specific physical demands (highly desirable).A valid Employee Working with Children Check (if over 18 years).Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to and motivate school-aged girls.Excellent verbal communication and organisation skills.Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.Initiative and a proactive approach to session planning and program delivery.Current First Aid and CPR qualifications (or willingness to obtain).ASCA Level 1 accreditation (minimum requirement; higher accreditation preferred).Demonstrated alignment with the School’s values, policies, and expectations, particularly in relation to child safety and wellbeing.Why work for us?Fantastic opportunity to work in a highly regarded independent school in Toorak.Collaborative and supportive team environment.Onsite parking available and close to public transport.Onsite cafe and use of gym and swimming pool facilities.Want to find out more?To view the position description, or to apply visit https://www.stcatherines.net.au/about-us/employment/.Applicants Will Be Requested To Uploada letter of introduction addressed to the Principal anda resume.If you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Human Resources via hr@stcatherines.net.au for a confidential discussion.Applications will close Tuesday 9 December at 5pm, however earlier applications are encouraged as interviews may commence prior to the closing date.St Catherine's School is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children by providing a child safe environment. Our students feel safe and empowered as we support and respect all members of the St Catherine's community. This includes the safety and wellbeing of our students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds along with students with a disability.Applicants will be subject to the relevant child protection screening, including referee and identity checks, and are expected to familiarise themselves with the School's Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and associated policies available on the School's website.Strength and Conditioning Coach | Position Description