Sport is an integral part of College life at St Patrick's College Strathfield. Beyond competition, our Co-Curricular Sports Program provides students with opportunities to challenge themselves, build lasting friendships, develop character and experience the value of being part of a team. 

We are seeking enthusiastic and committed Sports Coaches to join our Summer and Winter sporting programs, supporting students to develop their skills, build confidence and achieve their potential.

About The Role 

Casual coaching opportunities are available across the following sports:  

• Summer (Terms 1 & 4) : Basketball, Baseball, Cricket, Softball, Touch Football & Tennis 
• Winter (Terms 2 & 3): Football, Rugby Union, Tennis 

Typically  

• Term 1 = February to early April - approx.10 weeks 
• Term 2 = Late April to end of June - approx.10 weeks 
• Term 3 = Mid July to end of September - approx. 10 weeks 
• Term 4 = Mid October to star of Dec  - approx. 8 weeks 

We welcome applications from coaches with experience in one or more sports, particularly those interested in contributing across both Summer and Winter seasons. 

Opportunities to coach across multiple seasons may be available, offering greater continuity and the chance to build lasting relationships within the College sporting community. 

Responsibilities:

As a Casual Sports Coach, you will play an active role in delivering a rewarding and inclusive sporting experience for students in Years 5–12. 

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Planning and facilitating structured, engaging training sessions that develop individual skills and team performance. 
• Coaching and supervising students during training and competitive fixtures. 
• Encouraging participation, resilience, teamwork and respect for others. 
• Supporting students of varying abilities to develop confidence and achieve personal improvement. 
• Promoting a positive sporting environment that reflects the values and expectations of the College. 
• Working collaboratively with College staff and other coaches to ensure the effective delivery of sporting programs. 

Competition and Coaching Pathways 

St Patrick's College competes in two of the most respected school sporting associations in New South Wales. The Senior School is a founding member of the Independent Sporting Association (ISA), and the Junior School is a founding member of the Independent Primary School Heads of Australia (IPSHA) sporting competition. 

Coaching within these competitions offers the prestige of working in a well-regarded, high-quality sporting environment, where students can access State and National representative pathways. It also gives coaches the opportunity to further develop and progress their own coaching, from junior teams in IPSHA through to senior teams competing in the ISA. 

About You 

We are seeking coaches who combine sporting capability with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to student development. 

Ideally, you will have: 

• Demonstrated playing and/or coaching experience in one or more of the nominated sports. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and promote teamwork, participation and sportsmanship. 
• Confidence in managing groups and delivering training sessions suited to different skill levels. 
• A professional, dependable and proactive approach to coaching responsibilities. 
• An understanding of child safeguarding responsibilities and appropriate professional boundaries. 
• A willingness to support the Catholic ethos and Edmund Rice tradition of the College. 
• Availability for two weekday morning or afternoon training sessions and Saturday fixtures. 
• A current Driver Licence and access to a vehicle. 
• A current Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain one). 
• Current First Aid certification. 
• Relevant coaching accreditation, previous school coaching experience and the ability to coach across multiple sports will be highly regarded. 

Why Join Us 

At St Patrick's College, our coaches are valued members of the College community and play an important role in developing the skills, character and confidence of our students. 

We offer: 

• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the development of young sportsmen. 
• A well-established sporting program supported by excellent facilities and resources. 
• A collaborative environment working alongside experienced College staff and fellow coaches. 
• Potential opportunities to coach across Summer and Winter sporting seasons. 
• The opportunity to contribute to a values-driven Catholic school community. 

Employment Details 

Employment : Casual 

Student Cohort: Years 5 – 12 

Training: Two weekday mornings or afternoons 

Fixtures: Saturdays 

Seasons: Summer and/or Winter 

Sports: Basketball, Baseball, Cricket, Softball, Touch Football, Football, Rugby Union, Tennis 

Join Our Team 

If you are passionate about sport and committed to making a positive impact on young people, we encourage you to apply. 

Applicants are invited to nominate their preferred sports and availability across the Summer and Winter seasons as part of the application process. 

St Patrick's College is an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation with zero tolerance for harm to children. We are committed to reconciliation and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. All appointments are made on merit and are subject to satisfactory employment screening.