<p>St Patrick’s College, Strathfield is a Catholic school for boys in the Edmund Rice tradition offering a quality education to over 1,600 boys from Years 5 to 12. We are immensely proud of the opportunities that are afforded to students here at St Patrick’s, with a robust co-curricular sporting and cultural program, excellence in learning and teaching, and faith formation and prayer life that assists in developing young men who are prepared for a dynamic world.&nbsp;</p> <p>Learning takes place beyond the classroom and&nbsp;our broad Co-Curricular Program encompasses sport, the performing&nbsp;arts, public speaking and community involvement. The Co-Curricular Program supports&nbsp;and complements the spiritual and academic life of our students.&nbsp; The College is also a member of the Independent Sporting Association (ISA) and Independent Primary Schools Heads of Australia (IPSHA).&nbsp;</p> <p>Expressions of interest are sought from suitably qualified <strong>Athletic Development </strong>Coach, commencing <strong>Monday 16 March 2026 </strong><i><strong>(or by negotiation)</strong></i>.&nbsp;</p> <p>As the Athletic Development Coach, you will be required during the following days and times:</p> <p><strong>Monday: </strong>7:00am to 9:00am</p> <p><strong>Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: </strong>3:00pm to 5:00pm</p> <p><strong>Key Duties</strong></p> <ul> <li>Provide supervision in the College gymnasium</li> <li>Instruct students in correct exercise technique, ensuring safe use of equipment and appropriate gym etiquette</li> <li>Set up and pack up training sessions as required</li> <li>Assist in the administration of performance testing and the collection of relevant data</li> <li>Deliver athletic development components within team sport training sessions (e.g. warm-ups, conditioning, rehabilitation activities)</li> <li>Assist in the development of athletic development programs aligned with best practice</li> </ul> <p>To be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate you satisfy all of the following essential selection criteria:</p> <p><strong>Essential to this role</strong></p> <ul> <li>Demonstrated understanding of appropriate behaviours and professional boundaries that reflect child safeguarding values in practice</li> <li>ASCA Level 1 accreditation or above</li> <li>Current enrolment in, or completion of, a <strong>Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science</strong></li> <li>A keen interest in athletic development and rehabilitation</li> <li>Proven ability to lead and manage adolescents</li> <li>Possession of (or eligibility to obtain) and maintain a current Working With Children Check</li> <li>A current First Aid and CPR Certificate (or willingness to obtain)</li> </ul> <p>Successful applicants will have a proven track record of reliability, punctuality, experience in athletic development coaching. A desire and passion to work with young people to better their holistic experience along with an appreciation of the College ethos are essential.&nbsp;</p> <p>Come and share in our Vision of “<i>providing opportunities for excellence and fullness beyond the classroom</i>”.</p> <p><strong>How to apply</strong></p> <p>To express your interest in joining our highly motivated professional staff, apply via the online ‘Career Application’ available on our website&nbsp;<a href="https://www.spc.nsw.edu.au/working-spc/" rel="nofollow"><strong><u>Working at SPC | St Patrick's College Strathfield</u></strong></a></p> <p>Your application should consist of:</p> <p><strong>1.Cover letter</strong>&nbsp;(maximum two pages) that highlights your claim for the role and demonstrates your suitability by addressing the following two target questions:</p> <p><strong>(a)</strong>&nbsp;What motivates you to want to become an Athletics Development Coach with St Patrick’s College, Strathfield?</p> <p><strong>(b)&nbsp;</strong>How would you use your expertise to effectively support the learnings of our students?</p> <p><strong>2.Current CV</strong>&nbsp;(maximum five pages) outlining your qualifications, experience and skills together with the contact information for three (3) referees (at least two must be from your current employer).</p> <p><i>All applications should be addressed to The Principal (MS Word and PDF attachments are preferred).</i></p> <p>St Patrick’s College is a child safe and child-centred organisation, committed to the protection of children and has zero-tolerance of any abuse of children. It is our commitment to ensure that each and every child and young person under our care are kept safe and free from all forms of harm and abuse.&nbsp;</p> <p>Persons interested are asked to contact Mr Jack McCann via <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:j.mccann@spc.nsw.edu.au?subject=Athletic%20Development%20Coach%20-%20Commence%20Term%201%2C%202026%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>j.mccann@spc.nsw.edu.au</a>?subject=Athletic%20Development%20Coach%20-%20Commence%20Term%201%2C%202026%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><strong></strong></a><strong><a href="mailto:j.mccann@spc.nsw.edu.au?subject=Athletic%20Development%20Coach%20-%20Commence%20Term%201%2C%202026%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">j.mccann@spc.nsw.edu.au</a></strong> from 8.00am – 4.00pm Monday to Friday.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Expressions of interest close 4:00 PM Wednesday 4 March 2026.&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>The appointment of the successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory screening for child-related engagement.&nbsp;</p> <p><i>St Patrick’s College is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.&nbsp;</i></p> <p><i>We are committed to reconciliation and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.&nbsp;</i></p>