Junior Rowing Coach (Casual)

Are you a recently graduated school rower or finishing Year 12 this year? A passionate coach just starting your career at another school? Do you want to stay involved in the sport, develop your leadership skills, and be part of a fun and supportive coaching team?

At Xavier, we believe in developing our coaches and investing in them as individuals. It’s more than just a job — it’s about leadership, learning, friendship, and being part of a team.

Why Join Xavier Rowing?

• Proud tradition of excellence and community in APS rowing.
• Access to outstanding sporting facilities and equipment, including:
  • A dedicated boatshed near the school, shared with Genazzano.
  • A fully equipped strength and conditioning gym with supporting professional S&C staff on campus.
  • A dedicated aerobic training centre and athlete recovery facilities.
• Supported by an experienced Head of Rowing.
• Collegial and collaborative coaching culture.
• Support for professional development and high-performance ambitions.

About the Role

• Coach Year 7–9 boys in coxed quads.
• The season runs from August to March.
• Sessions held at Xavier Boatshed (Hawthorn) and Xavier College (Kew).
• Be part of a coaching team of 14+ with strong support from the Junior Coordinator and Head of Rowing.
• Weekly training programs provided – coaches are encouraged to contribute, adapt, and help improve them.
• Regular coach development workshops, mentoring sessions, and feedback to support your growth.
• Enjoy a positive and welcoming team culture, including coach social events throughout the season.
• A chance to develop and progress through the program, with pathways to coach higher crews as you gain experience.
• Regattas involve full-day attendance and travel on team buses.

Key Performance Indicators and Selection Criteria

• A demonstrated interest in and understanding of rowing, with experience coaching or assisting with school-aged crews.
• Ability to foster enthusiasm, teamwork, and a positive training environment for junior athletes.
• Supportive and encouraging coaching style that builds student confidence and promotes skill development.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build effective relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Reliable, organised, and able to follow instructions and contribute positively to a wider coaching team.
• Willingness to learn and grow as a coach, including receiving feedback and engaging in training or mentoring.
• Committed to creating a respectful and inclusive team culture aligned with the values of the school.
• Understanding of basic training principles, safety procedures, and regatta preparation appropriate for junior rowers.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to a safe, child-focused environment and uphold the school’s Child Safety policies and practices.
• Professional in presentation, punctuality, and conduct.
• Enthusiastic contributor to the Ignatian ethos and values of a Jesuit school community.
• Capacity to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a school sporting environment.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Prior experience coaching or assisting with junior rowing crews, ideally within a school or club environment. New coaches are encouraged to apply as well.

• A current Level 1 Rowing Coaching Accreditation (or willingness to obtain), with a focus on safe and effective coaching of beginner to intermediate athletes.
• Demonstrated ability to apply fundamental coaching principles in a school-based or development-focused setting.
• Current Working with Children Check (or equivalent), and commitment to upholding Child Safety Standards.

Compliance Requirements:

• Working With Children Check ‘E’ card.
• Australian Childhood Foundation “Safeguarding Children” and all child safety requirements. (on appointment)
• Australian Jesuits Code of Conduct and acceptance of the Code (on appointment)
• First Aid accreditation including CPR, Anaphylaxis, Asthma Management.

Terms and Conditions:

Reporting Line:    Head of Rowing 

                               Head of Sports Performance, Head of Sport

  All staff are responsible to the Principal and Rector

Tenure:                 Casual

Location:               Xavier College, Kew

If you are passionate about student participation and achievement in school rowing programs, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity.

Click the link below to download a (general) position description.

Casual Sports Coach - Xavier College