Athletics Throws Coach (Shot Put & Discus)

St Kevin's College - Toorak (see more jobs from this school)

TOORAK, VIC 


Sports Coach

Contract Type: Casual/Relief Position

Applications Close: 7 August 2026



<p><strong>St Kevin’s College</strong></p> <p>St Kevin’s College is a leading independent Catholic Boys' School, committed to standards of excellence in the formation of young people, educating boys from ELC (co-ed) to Year 12.</p> <p>We strive with compassion and integrity for the development of the whole person, integrating spiritual development, academic success, cultural awareness and sporting participation. St Kevin’s has developed a strong academic tradition where each boy is encouraged to take responsibility for his own learning in an environment that values knowledge and scholarship.</p> <p>We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Athletics Throws Coach to join our athletics program on a casual basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work with student athletes, developing their skills in <strong>Shot Put and Discus</strong> while fostering a positive, supportive, and high-performing training environment.</p> <p>The successful application must be available each:</p> <ul> <li>Tuesday and Thursday: 3:30pm to 5:00pm</li> <li>Saturday: 8:00am - 12:00pm</li> </ul> <p><strong>Key responsibilities include:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Planning and delivering high-quality shot put coaching sessions&nbsp;</li> <li>Developing students' technical skills in a safe and supportive environment.</li> <li>Encouraging participation, sportsmanship, and personal achievement.</li> <li>Working collaboratively with the athletics coaching team and school staff.</li> </ul> <p>The successful applicant will have:</p> <ul> <li>Experience coaching and/or competing in Shot Put and Discus.</li> <li>A passion for developing young athletes.</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li> <li>A positive, reliable, and professional approach.</li> </ul> <p><strong>St Kevin’s Benefits</strong></p> <ul> <li><i>A strong community which carries a rich history of academic excellence and holistic education</i></li> <li><i>A solid focus on internal and external professional development</i></li> <li><i>Salary packaging options</i></li> <li><i>Access to pool and gym facilities</i></li> <li><i>Onsite parking</i></li> <li><i>Close to public transport onsite access to Heyington Train Station platform</i></li> <li><i>Annual Flu vaccinations</i></li> </ul> <p>Applications close: <strong>7 August 2026</strong> Applicants must have a 'right to work' in Australia, WWCC and be willing to undertake a NPC.</p> <p><strong>Child Protection</strong></p> <p>St Kevin's College is committed to the creation and maintenance of a child safe school environment. The care, safety and welfare of students are embedded in policies and procedures which ensure a commitment to zero tolerance of child abuse. Please read and review the College’s Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Protection and Safety Policy found on the Policy &amp; Reports page of our website.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stkevins.vic.edu.au/" rel="nofollow">www.stkevins.vic.edu.au</a>.</p>