Strength and Conditioning Coach

Apply now for this full time Strength Conditioning Coach position at Somerset College for 2024.

Work within a team responsible for the creation and implementation of a Strength and Conditioning framework, philosophy and programme to be delivered across all sports within the College.

This full time position is initially a fixed term opportunity until December 2024 with the possibility of extension. The role offers generous employee benefits and diverse development opportunities. 

You will assist with

• Designing and implementation age-appropriate training programmes for students and staff within the College.
• Supervising the Fitness Centre to all clients during rostered hours, including the ability to lead small group fitness or training sessions, as required. 
• Providing evidence-based feedback to student clients during coaching and supervision sessions
• Coordinating the maintenance and management of equipment supplies including ensuring secure storage, efficient procurement and journal management of equipment allocations and returns. 
• Preparing attendance records, purchase orders and equipment maintenance records in accordance with department policies and procedures. 
• Ensuring environments and activities conform with workplace health and safety regulations and issue safety instructions as appropriate.
• Maintaining working relationships through effective regular communication with all students, staff, parents and other relevant stakeholders.
• Promoting sports and facilities usage within the College community.
• Participation in continuous improvement activities through professional development opportunities and actively maintaining relevant ‘current know’ evolving practices, rules, techniques and developments.

You will bring

• Demonstrated experience and technical knowledge in the design and implementation of age-appropriate Strength and Conditioning frameworks across various sports, ideally within a school setting. 
• Comprehensive understanding of the ASCA Position Stand on Child and Youth Resistance Training.
• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline and Australian Strength and Conditioning Association (ASCA) Level 1 certification. ASCA Level 2 well regarded.
• Current Working with Children Blue Card, First Aid and CPR certification and current Driver Licence.
• Demonstrated digital literacy, attention to detail and organisation skills. 
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to relate well with students and an enthusiasm to develop student and client abilities. 
• Strong work ethic, reliability, adaptability and a commitment to Programme delivery.
• Physical fitness including the ability to be involved in sport, work at a desk, standing duties and perform manual handling tasks such as bending and lifting. 

Somerset College now stands as one of Australia's leading independent schools catering for over 1700 co-educational students from Pre-Prep to Year 12. Established in 1983 and located in the heart of the Gold Coast, our impressive facilities occupy approximately 22 hectares in Mudgeeraba. Our success has been built by a talented and committed workforce underpinned by strong support from parents and the community.

The Somerset Experience includes a strong commitment to developing engaged global citizens, aspiring to excellence, demonstrating integrity, and valuing difference.  As an International Baccalaureate World School, Somerset has built an esteemed position in education through our global outlook and our commitment to encouraging the fulfillment of individual potential in academia, sport, creative, extracurricular, and personal pursuits. 

We offer:

• First class modern facilities
• An ideal Gold Coast location
• Quality onsite parking, gym, barista, and catering services
• An opportunity for professional development and growth
• Competitive salary sacrificing and superannuation options
• Employee Assistance and wellbeing programs 
• A College community and an opportunity to make a difference. 

Submit your application via SEEK:  Include a resume (maximum 5 pages with 3 referee contact details listed, one of which should be a recent supervisor), and a cover letter outlining your suitability for this role (maximum 1 page).  

To learn more about Somerset College and view a position description, visit www.somerset.qld.edu.au Please direct position enquiries to **@somerset.qld.edu.au 

Applications should be submitted via SEEK by 9.00am Friday 9 February 2024

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