Head Touch Football Coach

Ascham is an independent girls’ school, and since its foundation in 1886 has educated girls who develop into confident, independent and compassionate young women with a sense of purpose in the world. Ascham is an inclusive, day and boarding school that provides a strong academic program within a warm, welcoming environment.
We are seeking a part-time, permanent Head Touch Football Coach to lead our program. The Ascham Program consists of both a large Summer (Term 1 & 4) season and smaller Winter (Term 2 & 3) season. A competitive remuneration package will be provided based on experience and qualifications of the selected candidate.
This position has responsibility for ensuring the provision of an outstanding Touch Football program at Ascham. As the Head Touch Football Coach you will develop, encourage, and grow participation in Touch Football at Ascham in partnership with all stakeholders. The Head Touch Football Coach will also promote Touch Football as an enjoyable, healthy sport for people of all ages and abilities in a safe and friendly environment, and foster and encourage good sportsmanship and fellowship amongst all participants.
Essential Criteria

• A Talent Coach Accreditation (or equivalent Coaching Experience)
• Have a minimum of three years coaching experience within a school with a strong background in events across the Youth Development spectrum (12 years to 18 years).
• Show evidence of a commitment to girls’ sport
• Be familiar with the IGSA, NSW and Australian Touch Football sport procedures, policies and events
• Manage and enhance the school’s sport and recreation programs and the people who participate in them
• Proven experience in coaching and leading other coaches in their discipline
• A current First Aid and CPR Certificate
• A valid Working with Children clearance.

The successful applicant will enjoy a stimulating work environment in a team of talented professionals, and attractive remuneration and benefits.
Please apply via Seek with your cover letter and curriculum vitae (please include WWCC & First Aid and CPR details) and the names and contact details of two referees by COB 22 January 2024. Please note applicants will be interviewed as applications are received.
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Further information (including position description) for this role is available:
Please note, we will not proceed with applications that do not have this information.
Ascham School seeks to provide a child-safe environment. Our School actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of our students, and our school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm, in accordance with their legal and ethical obligations. Ascham’s Child Safe policies and practices and our Staff Code of Conduct are available on our website.