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The Director of Sport is responsible for strategic realisation and operational leadership of the College sports programme, ensuring effective delivery of quality programs across interschool and competitions, sports carnivals, sports events and Somerset sports club and academy programs. This position reports to the Dean of Activities.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to strengthen our high-performing team, enhance renowned sports programs and achieve outstanding athletic outcomes.
ABOUT US
Somerset College is one of Australia's leading co-educational independent schools, educating over 1,700 students from Pre-Prep to Year 12. Nestled in the heart of the Gold Coast on a stunning 22-hectare campus in Mudgeeraba, we are proud of our global outlook, academic excellence, and commitment to student success.
YOU WILL
- Lead and develop a comprehensive sports program across the College
- Oversee operational management across competitive and recreational sport
- Lead a high performing team and interschool, club and academy programs
- Action strategies to evaluate and enhance participation and athlete performance
- Foster strong relationships with the College community and external stakeholders
- Proactively manage a risk-averse operation and foster a positive sports culture
WE OFFER
- Competitive Remuneration – be rewarded with competitive pay and entitlements
- Fantastic Perks – enjoy onsite gym, barista, catering services and parking access
- Impressive Sport Facilities – Olympic-size pool, flood lit synthetic Hockey field, ten lane tartan running track, indoor and outdoor courts and sporting fields, a high performance fitness centre and a six court Tennis Centre
- Ideal Gold Coast Location – experience our vibrant city with natural beauty, pristine coastline and breathtaking wilderness
YOU WILL BRING
- Strong experience leading competitive school and high-performance sport
- Multidisciplinary experience managing human, financial and physical resources
- Aptitude to build and deliver strategic and operational plans
- Technical expertise in sports with sporting body and athletic pathway knowledge
- Ability to effectively work with students, colleagues and the community
- Dedication to integrity, reliability, sound judgement, service and risk adversity
- Qualifications in Exercise Science, Sports Management or a relevant equivalent
- Teacher registration or Working with Children blue card and First Aid certification
- Physically fit to participate in manual tasks and a dynamic sports environment
Lead the charge in shaping future champions - join our College as our Director of Sport and inspire excellence on and off the sports field
