Head Coach - Rowing

Canberra Girls Grammar School (see more jobs from this school)

DEAKIN, ACT 


Sports Coach

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 7 August 2026


The Head Coach – Rowing works under the direction and leadership of the Head of Rowing to deliver a safe, inclusive and high-quality rowing experience aligned with the values and educational mission of CGGS.

<p><strong>The position&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>The <strong>Head Coach – Rowing</strong> works under the direction and leadership of the <strong>Head of Rowing</strong> to deliver a safe, inclusive and high quality rowing experience aligned with the values and educational mission of CGGS. The role provides day to day coaching leadership, oversees athlete development, manages program operations and staff, supports training and performance pathways, and coordinates equipment, logistics, regattas and camps. The Head Coach contributes to program planning and culture while ensuring student wellbeing, safeguarding responsibilities and strong relationships with students, families, staff and the wider rowing community.</p> <p>The position focuses on coaching excellence, athlete progression, crew management, regatta preparation, and fostering a positive program culture that reflects CGGS’s educational mission.&nbsp;</p> <p>This position requires weekend and out of usual hours work, including attendance at regattas, camps and tours as required.</p> <p>A full position description can be found on the Employment page of our website:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cggs.act.edu.au/careers" rel="nofollow">https://www.cggs.act.edu.au/careers</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Working at CGGS: The details</strong></p> <p>Your place. Your purpose. Your possible. <a href="https://issuu.com/canberragirlsgrammarschool/docs/24-147_cggs-careers-experience-booklet_ed1.0_digi-" rel="nofollow">Read the Careers booklet here</a>.</p> <p><strong>Your key benefits:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Competitive remuneration package.</li> <li>Discounted school fees.</li> <li>Free onsite gym and heated pool.</li> <li>Salary sacrifice options.</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program.&nbsp;</li> <li>Flu vaccinations.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Your professional advancement:</strong></p> <ul> <li>A generous professional learning budget.</li> <li>Formal appraisal process for professional development and career advancement.&nbsp;</li> <li>First Aid training.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>How to apply</strong></p> <p>Your application package should include the following information.</p> <p><strong>1: Cover letter</strong><br> Please provide a brief statement (one page) outlining what you would bring to this position, what you would expect to achieve in the role and reflect on your experience in relation to the role responsibilities.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>2: Curriculum Vitae</strong></p> <ul> <li>Contact information</li> <li>Employment history</li> <li>Education and qualifications</li> <li>Other skills and achievements</li> <li>Citizenship or confirmation of right to work in Australia&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>3: Referee details</strong><br> Please include the contact information of three referees, including your current line manager.&nbsp; Referees will be contacted after interviews have taken place and only after prior consultation with you.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>4: Submit your application</strong><br> Submit your application via the&nbsp;online application form on the Employment page of our website&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cggs.act.edu.au/careers" rel="nofollow">https://www.cggs.act.edu.au/careers</a> &nbsp; Queries regarding this position should be directed via email to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:employment@cggs.act.edu.au?subject=Head%20Coach%20-%20Rowing%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow">employment@cggs.act.edu.au</a></p>

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