St Peter's College has an unwavering commitment to the education of boys and our vision is to be an exceptional community of learning. Our values of Truth, Respect and Service are a strong and constant part of school life. Today, and for more than 179 years, our most important work is shaping the character of boys and young men - developing a sense of service, courage, commitment and integrity.
We are a school with a rich tapestry of history and tradition. St Peter's College was founded in 1847, just 11 years after South Australia was established. The school is set on 32 hectares of magnificent grounds and is only three kilometres from Adelaide’s city centre. With beautiful buildings, both historic and modern, our educational facilities and sports fields are among the best in the country. Our grounds are extensive, with seven ovals, a hockey pitch, 20 tennis courts and a state-of-the-art sports centre with swimming pool and full gymnasium. We also have an outdoor education campus at Finniss, near Lake Alexandrina, about an hour’s drive from Adelaide.
St Peter's College is an Anglican boys' school, offering an exceptional education to approximately 1,600 students from the Early Learning Centre through to Year 12. We also offer boarding facilities and our modern Boarding House provides a homely, safe and comfortable experience for approximately 100 boys from Years 7 to 12.
We are honoured to have been educating the minds, hearts and spirits of students for more than 179 years. We are proud of our old scholars and their contributions to society and our alumni include three Nobel Laureates, 10 Australian Premiers and 42 Rhodes Scholars. A team of dedicated staff ensures St Peter's College provides the best educational experiences for our boys. Our skilled staff work across a wide range of areas including teaching, IT, finance and corporate services, and grounds and maintenance. Each staff member plays a valuable role in ensuring the school nurtures educated and considerate young men.
About the position:
St Peter's College is currently seeking applications for a Head of Basketball, commencing at the beginning of the 2027 School year.
The Head of Basketball will ensure that allSt Peter's College basketballers will have the opportunity to develop enhanced basketball skills through effective, evidence based, progressive and cooperative programs. The Head of Basketball will implement and oversee the basketball program to ensure that both the administration and the technical development of the program is enhanced in the following key domains.
This is a part-time, 2-year tenured position.
As the successful applicant you will have:
- Be a recognised, accredited coach of Basketball.
- Demonstrated experience leading and developing a successful basketball program, including strategic planning, coach development, player pathways and the establishment of a positive, high-performing culture.
- Sports administration experience.
- South Australian Working with Children Check.
- Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education and Care - Education and Care (RRHAN-EC) - Fundamentals & Masterclass certificates.
Why work for us:
St Peter's College offers a welcoming learning community connected by a shared vision and values. Our staff take great pride in delivering an exceptional education experience for our students who are motivated to learn, and for our families who truly value their partnership with the School. We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where knowledge and expertise are built through professional growth and development opportunities. Our incredible facilities are complemented by the resources required to engage students in innovative and creative ways. With a focus on the pastoral care and wellbeing of both staff and students, the inclusive, community-focused culture of the School provides an environment in which staff are supported to perform their best.
Applications close Friday 20th November 2026.
The successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School's Child Protection Policy.
St Peter's College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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