About Us
Caulfield Grammar School is an internationally recognised, independent, co-educational school committed to providing exceptional educational opportunities from Early Learning through to Year 12. With over 3400 students across 3 campuses and our Student Experience Programs in Yarra Junction and Kakadu, Caulfield Grammar passionately strives to deliver innovative specialist educational programs enabling quality learning every day, in every experience, for every learner, for life.
The Role
The Head of Football will play a pivotal role in enhancing and leading our flagship football program at Caulfield Grammar School. As a cornerstone of our school's sport offerings, this position is crucial in upholding our high standards of football development, student inclusion, and quality coaching. Caulfield Grammar School takes immense pride in its renowned AFL/AFLW program, supported by a strong pathway initiative that benefits both boys and girls.
We are seeking an experienced professional to oversee this prestigious program in a fixed-term part-time (0.75) capacity. The successful candidate will be responsible for advancing the football program on and off the field, including the design and implementation of performance standards and goals, program management including resourcing, match scheduling and associated administration tasks and managing a diverse group of stakeholders.
Key Duties
- Design a Football curriculum that will promote a consistent and contemporary game style throughout all Year Levels and for all student abilities with clear performance goals and objectives
- Oversee team and player development and ensure that coaches conduct selections in accordance with CGS Selection Policy guidelines and communication with students is timely and appropriate
- Identify areas for coach development and prepare guidelines and materials to enhance coaching delivery and maintain regular communication with coaches and monitoring of delivery of sports program
- Act as the school’s representative for Football and attend activities such as Presentation, Information Nights, Inductions, Premiership Assemblies etc. as required
- Program management includes resourcing, scheduling and oversight of matches, training sessions, and other football-related events, while effectively managing the football program’s budget, including funding for equipment, facilities, and travel.
- Explore, present and deliver strategies to further promote and strengthen the sport and submit reports on program performance and development.
- Model and live the Caulfield Grammar School values and behaviours.
Skills and Experience
- Previous experience managing and designing a Football program, preferably within APS environment or Community Sport at Elite Level
- The ability to effectively plan and implement a structured coaching curriculum/program for all coaches to apply.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and relate to a diverse range of stakeholders including coaches, students, and parents.
- Strong leadership, planning and administrative skills with the ability to work to specific timelines.
- Have a Victoria Employment Working with Children Check, Level 1 First Aid and Anaphylaxis Certification or be prepared to obtain these
- Level 2 Coaching Accreditation will be highly regarded
Why Caulfield Grammar School
Our culture is defined by the five values: Pursuing Excellence, Inspiring Creativity, Thriving Together, Embracing Diversity, and Living Wholeheartedly. These values guide the way we work together with passion and authenticity based on our guiding principle of a Mind for Life.
For more information about pursuing a career of excellence at Caulfield Grammar School, please visit our Employment Page.
Our Benefits
- Competitive base and 12.5% Superannuation
- Continuous professional development opportunities
- Access to outstanding facilities and resources with free onsite parking
- Health & Wellbeing activities throughout the year
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
