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 3700 students across 5 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
At Caulfield Grammar School, our purpose is to enable quality learning every day in every experience for every learner, for life - and our Sports program is integral to achieving this. As a member of the Associated Public Schools (APS) and participant in the Associated Grammar Schools Victoria (AGSV) competitions, we are seeking an experienced and highly motivated First Team Coach to lead performance and culture within a key program.
The role of every CGS sports coach, including our First Team coaches, is to deliver an exceptional sporting experience for our students, ensuring that Caulfield Grammar School values, policies and procedures are consistently embedded across all training sessions and game day environments.
In this role, you will lead the First Team, setting clear performance standards, driving a contemporary game style, and fostering an environment that supports both excellence and student wellbeing.
We have multiple 6-month fixed term part-time opportunities, starting in Term 4 (28 September 2026) for the duration of the Sports Season (until 26 March 2027):
- 1st Touch Football Coach - Boys
- 1st Tennis Coach - Boys
- 1st Volleyball Coach - Boys
The Head Coach will manage a coaching program for their sport, which will provide participation opportunities for all students, maximising skill development, fitness and teamwork.
Key Duties
- Lead the First Team, promoting a consistent and contemporary game style with clearly defined performance goals and standards
- Oversee team and athlete development, ensuring all selections align with CGS Selection Policy guidelines and communication is timely and appropriate
- Collaborate with the Head of Sport to manage resourcing, scheduling, and delivery of matches, training sessions, and related program activities
- Contribute to program strategy, including initiatives to strengthen and grow the First Team and broader program
- Represent the team and program at key events, including presentations, information sessions, inductions, and assemblies as required
- Provide leadership and direction to assistant coaches and contribute to a cohesive coaching team
- Model and uphold the values and behaviours of Caulfield Grammar School
Skills and Experience
- Experience coaching and managing a Coaching program, preferably at Secondary School and or in Community Sport.
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to engage, motivate and develop student athletes and coaching staff
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
- A collaborative mindset and commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive team culture
- Hold a Coaching Accreditation and be passionate and enthusiastic to coach, mentor, and be a positive role model for our students
- Have a Victorian employment Working with Children Check, Level 1 First Aid and Anaphylaxis Certification or be prepared to obtain these
For further information please see Position Description.
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 Careers Page.
Our Benefits
- Competitive salary packages with 13% superannuation
- State-of-the-art facilities and innovative resources
- A year-round focus on health, wellbeing and balance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support
- Exclusive employee perks through the BENY benefits app
