Primary Sports Coordinator - Clayfield, Australia - Clayfield College

Clayfield College

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Clayfield, Australia

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Description

Posted: 09/08/2023

Closing Date: 08/09/2023

Job Type:
Permanent - Full Time

Location:
Clayfield College

Job Category:
Administration,Sport and Recreation

Clayfield College is a leading independent school, owned and governed by the Presbyterian and Methodist Schools Association (PMSA) on behalf of the Presbyterian and Uniting Churches.

The College is a co-educational day and boarding school in Clayfield, Brisbane, that offers boys and girls all the benefits of single-sex and co-education on one campus through the distinctive Parallel Learning model.

Our education framework is intentionally structured to maximise students' growth from Pre-Prep to Year 12.

Clayfield provides outstanding opportunities beyond the regular curriculum, and across all ages, so every child has the opportunity to let their light shine.

Position Overview

The role of Primary School Sport Coordinator is fundamental to the development of the Andrews Cup and Britton Shield Sports Programs focusing on student engagement, development and skill acquisition.

As the delegated Coordinator of Primary Sport in the College, the coordinator is responsible to the Head of Sport and Activities.

The primary aim will be to provide quality experiences and pathways for students.

Professional Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with the Head of Sport and Activities to coordinate the Primary Sports Program
Andrews Cup and Britton Shield.
Manage school teams at Andrews Cup and Britton Shield carnivals when scheduled by the associations.
Represent the college at Andrews Cup and Britton Shield meetings and network days.
Coordinate interhouse sporting carnivals within the Primary School.
Manage school sport including external providers in collaboration with the Head of Sport and Activities.
Manage budget and grants in collaboration with the Head of Sport and Activities.
Attend training sessions as required to oversee training/coaching prescription.
Equipment reconciliation, storage, stock take and ordering with Head of Sport and Activities.
Manage and coordinate trials for sporting teams and events.
Manage and order trophies, medals, and ribbons.
Write articles and information pieces for the Collective and Collegian.
Organise and run Primary Sport Assemblies.
Manage Primary Sports Awards.
Coordinates and organises camps and clinics and promote Andrews Cup and Britton Shield programs as appropriate.
Hires, supervises, and monitors the performance of Primary Sport coaches.

For a more comprehensive list of responsibilities please refer to the Position Description.

Desired Skills and Experience:

Your covering letter should specifically address each Key Selection Criteria as listed below.

Key Selection Criteria

Previous experience in a similar role with coordinating programs in schools, clubs or academy will be highly regarded.
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with staff, school administration, private sector officials, parents and community.
Strong written and verbal skills to communicate professionally with others, with an emphasis on building and maintaining quality relationships with all members of the College's community.
Excellent organisational and management skills.
Works well in at team environment.
Understanding of mentoring supporting and encouraging players.
Flexibility and the ability to adapt and operate effectively in a demanding and changing environment.
Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card or be willing to obtain one.

About You

Welldeveloped interpersonal, communication, presentation and negotiation skills whilst demonstrating respect for and acceptance of difference in students, parents and team members.
Ability to work as a collaborative team member.
Excellent organisational and administration skills.
Is reliable and punctual.
Demonstrates high levels of confidentiality whilst cultivating trust, credibility and honesty.
Possesses a strong work ethic and exercises ownership and concern for quality of own work reflected in accuracy and attention to detail.
Is flexible (flexibility of work hours as reflected in the Position Description) and has an ability to adapt and operate effectively in a challenging and changing environment.

Applicants for this position must be supportive of the Christian aims and mission of the Presbyterian and Methodist Schools Association and be able to contribute to the strategic vision of Clayfield College.

How You'll Benefit