At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire and lead the co-curricular sports program for students at Somerville House.
- Company: Somerville House, a prestigious school with a rich history since 1899.
- Benefits: Casual role with extensive training, flexible shifts, and community engagement.
- Other info: Join a vibrant community and enhance student motivation and success in sports.
- Why this job: Make a lasting impact on young athletes and foster their development in sports.
- Qualifications: Experience in sports and education; First Aid and CPR certificates required.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Are you passionate about sport and driven to inspire the next generation of athletes at Somerville House? We are seeking motivated Sports Co-ordinators on a casual basis to assist in leading the co-curricular sports program across multiple sporting disciplines. This is a casual position; on successful appointment there will be the opportunity for extensive training and onboarding. Once onboarded, rostered shifts will be as advised by the Director of Sport on an on-call, as required basis.
Why This Role is for You:
- Make a lasting impact by shaping student engagement, development and achievement in sports.
- Collaborate with a vibrant community of students, parents and vendors.
- Focus on student acquisition, retention and advancement.
- Passionate, experienced and enthusiastic about Sports in a School environment.
- Our ideal candidate will have prior experience and advanced knowledge on a range of sports and an educational environment.
- With a collaborative approach you will have proven abilities to enhance motivation amongst coaches and students to ensure success for sports.
- Whilst not essential, tertiary qualifications or qualifications in relevant discipline (or working towards) would be highly advantageous.
- It is a mandatory requirement for this position that you hold current First Aid and CPR Certificates and a Working with Children Paid Blue Card (or ability to obtain quickly).
Applications for this position close 9:00am, Monday 09 November 2026. Somerville House reserve the right to contact suitable candidates prior to the closing date to schedule an interview.
About Us: Somerville House is a day and boarding school for girls established in 1899, providing exceptional education for students from Prep through to Year 12, with a co-educational Pre-Prep offering. Somerville House students have the opportunity to participate in an extensive academic, sporting and cultural program, while receiving high standards in personal care and individual attention within the School community. Somerville House is a school of the Presbyterian and Methodist Schools Association (PMSA). The PMSA is a mission of the Presbyterian and Uniting Churches.
Sports Co-ordinator in Brisbane employer: Somerville House
Somerville House is an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing and supportive work environment where staff can make a meaningful impact on the lives of students. With a strong emphasis on community, professional development, and child safety, employees are encouraged to grow both personally and professionally while enjoying the unique advantage of working in a prestigious boarding school setting. Located in a vibrant educational community, this role provides opportunities to build lasting relationships with students and families, making it a truly rewarding place to work.
