- Fixed-term, Part-time (February 2027 to September 2027)
- Commencing February, 2027
The Geelong College is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced 1st Netball Coach to lead our premier girls' netball program for the 2027 APS season.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced coach to develop talented student-athletes, foster a positive and high-performing team fulture, and contribute to a competitive APS netball program.
Working closely with the Director of Sport, Director of Netball, Teacher in Charge of Netball and Strength & Conditioning staff, the 1st Netball Coach will lead the coaching and support staff involved in the 1st Netball program and play a key role in the technical, tactical and personal development of students.
This role includes coordinating pre-season training and practice matches from Term 1, 2027, with the APS season running from Term 2 through to the end of Term 3. The successful applicant will be required to attend and/or coordinate two 1st Netball training sessions per week during the season, as well as Saturday APS matches.
The successful applicant will also contribute to the broader development of the College's netball program, including supporting the growth pathway of Junior and Intermediate teams and providing coaching development opportunities for coaching and support staff.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Elite coaching and/or high-level playing experience in netball.
- Development Coaching Accreditation (or higher).
- Previous experience coaching children and/or adolescents.
- Experience leading and developing coaching and support staff.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
- A collaborative approach and commitment to developing young athletes.
- The ability to foster a positive, inclusive and high-performing team environment.
- The ability to develop and implement effective game plans, strategies and training programs.
Essential Compliance Requirements
- Current Working with Children Check (Employee status) or VIT Registration, or ability to obtain
- Completion of College anaphylaxis training (or accredited equivalent)
- Current First Aid (HLTAID011), CPR (HLTAID009) and Asthma Management certification
- Completion of the Protecting Children – Mandatory Reporting and other Obligations module (Victorian Department of Education and Training)
- Provide Evidence of Right to Work in Australia
- Victorian Driver’s Licence
