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About St Catherine's SchoolSt Catherine's 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 RoleAs we continue to build upon our success, we are currently seeking expressions of interest from enthusiastic and experienced Basketball Club Coaches to join our school community. Opportunities on offer are on a casual basis. Hours of work will vary across Monday mornings and evenings, Tuesday mornings, Wednesday mornings and evenings and Thursday evenings. The successful candidates will be responsible for providing professional coaching and leadership to our players, fostering a positive and competitive team environment.  To be successful in this opportunity you will require:Demonstrated experience as a basketball coach (or high-level player with a willingness to coach).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 coaching and session planning.Current First Aid and CPR qualifications (or willingness to obtain).Basketball coaching accreditation (preferred but not essential).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 upload:a letter of introduction addressed to the Principal and a 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 Friday 22 August 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.Basketball Coach | Position Description AUD Australia - VIC Melbourne - All locations Toorak 3142

Basketball Coach

  • Casual positions available
  • Expressions of Interest
  • High performing independent girls' school

About St Catherine's School

St Catherine's 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 Role

As we continue to build upon our success, we are currently seeking expressions of interest from enthusiastic and experienced Basketball Club Coaches to join our school community. 

Opportunities on offer are on a casual basis. Hours of work will vary across Monday mornings and evenings, Tuesday mornings, Wednesday mornings and evenings and Thursday evenings. 

The successful candidates will be responsible for providing professional coaching and leadership to our players, fostering a positive and competitive team environment.

 

To be successful in this opportunity you will require:

  • Demonstrated experience as a basketball coach (or high-level player with a willingness to coach).
  • 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 coaching and session planning.
  • Current First Aid and CPR qualifications (or willingness to obtain).
  • Basketball coaching accreditation (preferred but not essential).

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 upload:

  • a letter of introduction addressed to the Principal and
  • a 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 Friday 22 August 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.