Co-Curricular Sport Coaching Volunteer Program
We welcome expressions of interest from individuals who are either experienced in coaching or eager to develop their skills. These volunteer roles are part of our College's Co-Curricular Sport Coaching Volunteer Program.
Volunteers will be under the guidance of the College Head of Sport and the Sports Coordinators. As Co-Curricular Volunteers, you will work collaboratively with other coaches, teachers and the College community to promote and foster a safe, learning environment for the development of sport at the College.
Our College sport teams compete in the AIC school competition.
We are particularly looking for volunteers with experience in AFL, CRICKET and VOLLEYBALL. Availability can be negotiated, but we require commitment for Term 1, 2026 (January to March). Some training sessions and practice games may occur in Term 4, 2025.
In Term 2, we require coaches with experience in Football and Rugby Union. In Term 3, we focus on Basketball, Rugby League and Tennis.
Coaches with suitable skills and experience are welcome to coach across multiple terms. To ensure a successful program, we require:
* To be a dynamic person with high standards of integrity and professionalism.
* Possess excellent interpersonal skills in order to build relationships with students.
* Commit to the goals, ethos and mission of the College as an Edmund Rice Catholic School.
We also require:
* A Blue Card - Working with Children Check.
* Proof of previous coaching experience is highly regarded.
As a volunteer, you can expect:
* 2 Training sessions per week over 8/9 weeks, generally 3pm to 5pm weekdays.
* 1 game each Saturday over 8/9 week season during term time.
This position works directly with children and young people, therefore applicants must be able to demonstrate an understanding of appropriate child safeguarding behaviours when engaging with children. All young people are owed a duty of care while in the supervision of these positions.
All applicants will be subject to EREA screening procedures consistent with EREA's commitment to child protection policies and procedures.
To apply please submit a copy of your Resume and a cover letter outlining why you would be an asset to our team.