<ul> <li>Close to Public Transport</li> <li>Commencing early February 2027</li> <li>Provide leadership and guidance</li> </ul> <p>St Peter’s Lutheran College Indooroopilly, is seeking passionate and knowledgeable <strong>Debating Coaches</strong> to guide and mentor students throughout the debating season in 2027. These will be casual appointments, working on site and at competition events for 4+ hours per week, depending upon team requirements.&nbsp;</p> <p>Working with students across workshops and competitions, you will coach debating strategy, build critical thinking and public speaking skills, and help young people develop confidence in a supportive team environment.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>We are looking for individuals who:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Have strong debating experience and knowledge of competitive debating.</li> <li>Can engage, motivate and mentor school-aged students.</li> <li>Communicate professionally with students, families and colleagues.</li> <li>Value teamwork, integrity and student wellbeing.</li> <li>Support the Christian ethos and values of the College.</li> </ul> <p>This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a thriving co-curricular program and make a genuine difference in students' growth, both inside and outside the debating chamber.</p> <p><i>Applications are encouraged from experienced debaters, university debating participants, teachers, law students and debating coaches.</i></p> <p><i>&nbsp;</i></p> <p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate:</strong></p> <ul> <li>A thorough knowledge of and passion for debating&nbsp;</li> <li>An understanding of, and support for, the Christian ethos of the College</li> <li>Eligibility to work in Australia</li> <li>Possess or be able to obtain a current Blue Card<br> &nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p>To apply, please submit your cover letter and curriculum vitae, demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the Position Description by clicking on the Apply button provided. Applications close at <strong>10 AM on Wednesday 2 December 2026.</strong></p> <p>The Panel will be shortlisting actively as applications are submitted. The College reserves the right to close the role earlier or extend the process as required.</p> <p>If you have any questions, please contact Sarah Delaney, Head of Life-Wide Learning on 07 3377 6912 or People and Culture on 07 3377 6583 or at <a href="mailto:peopleandculture@stpeters.qld.edu.au?subject=Coach%20-%20Debating%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">peopleandculture@stpeters.qld.edu.au</a></p> <p><strong>Eligibility requirements to work within a Queensland School</strong></p> <p>All Teachers in Queensland must be registered to teach with the QCT. To find out more about teacher registration requirements and processes please go to the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.qct.edu.au/teaching-in-queensland">QCT website here</a>. All other employees must hold a current paid Blue Card / Exemption Card or be issued with a paid Blue Card / Exemption Card before commencing work. To find out more about Blue Card requirements or to submit an application for a Blue Card/Exemption Card please go to the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.qld.gov.au/law/laws-regulated-industries-and-accountability/queensland-laws-and-regulations/regulated-industries-and-licensing/blue-card/applications/apply">Blue Card Services website here.</a></p> <ul> <li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://web.martianlogic.com/smejobsearch/jsponly/downloadFile.jsp?jobAttachmentId=116323">Position Description</a></li> </ul>