Closing Date : 5 December
- Pakuranga Road, Pakuranga Permanent / Full Time
SAINT KENTIGERN COLLEGE
Pakuranga CampusState-of-the-art school sporting facilitiesInspire students in a safe, supportive, high-performance training spaceAthletic Development Coach
Saint Kentigern College – Auckland
Saint Kentigern College is seeking an experienced and motivated Athletic Development Coach to join our high-performing Sports Department. This is an exciting full-time opportunity to contribute to one of New Zealand's leading school sport programmes and positively impact the development of student athletes from Years 7–13.
About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Athletic Development, the successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality strength and conditioning programmes to students, staff, and alumni. You will contribute to the planning and delivery of age and stage-appropriate athletic development sessions, support injury-prevention initiatives, and help maintain a safe, professional and engaging training environment.
Key aspects of the role include :
Delivering structured strength and conditioning programmes across multiple sporting codesLeading training sessions for allocated teams and sport development classesMonitoring athlete loads and contributing to injury prevention strategiesSupporting testing, periodisation planning, and performance monitoringEducating students, staff, and coaches in athletic development and best practiceMaintaining high standards of health, safety, and gym supervisionAbout You
We are seeking someone who brings :
A degree in Sport & Exercise Science or related field (or working toward one)Strength & Conditioning accreditation (ASCA Level 1 or similar, or working toward it)Experience delivering S&C programmes in youth or high-performance environmentsStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationshipsExcellent communication, organisation, and a passion for athlete developmentA commitment to student wellbeing and safe training practicesQualifications in either sports nutrition or sports psychology would be advantageousWhat We Offer
Competitive remuneration reflective of skills and experienceSubsidised Southern Cross RegularCare planSupportive and collaborative team cultureOpportunities for professional learning and growthAccess to on-site facilities including café, gym, and free parkingStaff wellbeing initiatives and an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)Beautiful campus environment in Pakuranga and a values-driven communityYou'll join a dedicated and forward-thinking Athletic Development team with outstanding facilities, a collaborative culture, and a strong commitment to holistic student development.
How to Apply :
Applications must be submitted online using the vacancy link provided and should include a cover letter and current CV with the names of at least two referees. Please do not email your application.
Applications close 5 December
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