The Cronulla Sharks are seeking House Parents to provide a safe, supportive, and structured home environment for athletes living in the club’s residential house.

We’re looking for a dependable and caring person (or couple, such as a Mum & Dad team) who can create a positive, nurturing space while helping our young players develop life skills, independence, and the professionalism required to succeed both on and off the field.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day to day care, guidance, and supervision for resident athletes
• Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment
• Support athletes with life skills such as cooking, cleaning, time management, and budgeting
• Encourage positive study, training, and lifestyle habits
• Maintain open communication with families, club staff, and support services
• Uphold and enforce club boundaries, rules, and values
• Assist with cultural understanding and integration where needed

Ideal Candidate(s):

• Warm, approachable, and organised
• Able to balance care with clear expectations and accountability
• Strong relationship building skills with young people and families
• Culturally aware and inclusive
• Experience in mentoring, education, or pastoral care is highly regarded
• Holds a current driver’s license and can assist with transport where needed

What We Offer:

• Private living quarters for you, separated from main house
• A weekly food allowance to support shared living arrangements
• A unique opportunity to influence and guide the next generation of athletes
• Support from the club’s wellbeing and staff

Requirements:

• Undergo a comprehensive screening process, which includes a national criminal history check, Working with Children clearance, and identity verification.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and safeguarding responsibilities

If you have the passion, energy, and heart to help our athletes grow into successful professionals and well-rounded individuals, we’d love to hear from you.