JPC Sport and Activities EOI Applications - 2027
- Seeking passionate and dedicated coaches for various sports and activities.
- Coaches will support students in skill development and confidence building.
- Flexible scheduling and potential ongoing coaching opportunities available.
About John Paul College
John Paul College is a co-educational school located in Daisy Hill, Queensland, just 20 minutes south of Brisbane's CBD.
We cater for students from Kindergarten to Year 12, including boarding and international students, and are a vibrant learning community committed to excellence in education and the holistic development of every student.
Our expansive campus features natural bushland alongside modern facilities, supporting a cutting-edge technology program and wide-ranging cultural and sporting opportunities.
About the Roles
John Paul College (JPC) is seeking applications from passionate and dedicated coaches to join our Sport & Activities program on a casual basis in 2027.
Our co-curricular program is extensive, giving primary and secondary students of all ages and abilities the chance to participate, develop, and excel. Our coaches play a key role in supporting students to build skills, confidence, and a lifelong love of sport and activities.
Available coaching roles vary across sports and activities, and may include co-curricular and extra-curricular roles across TAS and Junior TAS competitions, as well as Academy trainings, club sport, junior development programs, and external competition and tournament opportunities.
We have opportunities across a range of primary and secondary sports and activities, including:
Sports
- AFL (Primary only)
- Athletics
- Basketball
- Cricket
- Cross Country
- Football (Soccer)
- Futsal
- Hockey
- Netball
- Rugby (including Sevens)
- Touch Football
- Volleyball
Activities
- Debating
- Esports
What We’re Looking For
We're seeking coaches who are:
- Passionate and experienced in their sport/activity
- Keen to support young people to realise their potential, build skills and have fun!
- Skilled in building positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues
- Committed to developing students' abilities through quality training and coaching
- Flexible, reliable, and ready to contribute to a busy and rewarding program.
What You’ll Bring
Essential requirements include:
- Relevant coaching qualifications or demonstrated experience in your chosen sport or activity
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to quickly establish rapport with students of all ages
- Commitment to supporting the values and ethos of John Paul College
- A current Paid Blue Card (Working with Children Check) prior to and for the duration of employment
Why Join JPC in 2027?
- Be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team where your expertise is valued
- Work in a beautiful, well-resourced campus environment
- Flexible scheduling to suit your availability
- Opportunity to build relationships across our close-knit school community
- Potential pathway to ongoing coaching opportunities
How to Apply
Ready to inspire learners of all ages? Click "Apply" below and include:
- Your current resume with at least one professional referee
- A cover letter addressed to Mrs Julie Maroske (Head of Sport & Activities) which details:
- Why you'd be excited to join the John Paul College Sport and Activities program,
- Your coaching experience, relevant qualifications and certifications,
- The sport or activity you are interested in coaching, and
- Your availability.
John Paul College is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The College reserves its right to interview and offer this role prior to the closing date of this advertisement. If you are interested in joining John Paul College, please do not hesitate in applying as soon as possible.
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