A school is built on the strength of its people.
Great people make great schools. People create culture.

At Ivanhoe Grammar School, our people create a culture of belonging — a place where ideas are heard and supported, where you are encouraged to try something new, and where you feel included and valued. Ivanhoe Grammar School is a values-driven, coeducational independent school committed to fostering a community where students, teachers and professional services staff can continually become the best version of themselves. At Ivanhoe Grammar School, we are always looking for great people to join our team — individuals who are energetic, collaborative and courageous.

  Casual Strength and Conditioning Coaches

Ivanhoe Grammar School is seeking Casual Strength and Conditioning Coaches to support the delivery of high-quality training programs across Sport, Ivanhoe Edge and Swimming programs.

This role plays an important part in supporting students’ physical development, movement competency, confidence and overall wellbeing through structured and engaging training sessions. Coaches work with students across a variety of ages, abilities and performance pathways, helping to create a positive and inclusive training environment.

Working closely with the Head of Strength and Conditioning, Sports Coaches, Swim Coaches and School staff, the successful candidates will contribute to a consistent and student-centred approach to athletic development across the School.

Training sessions may take place before school, during the school day, at lunchtime and after school, depending on program requirements.

If you have experience in strength and conditioning, sport performance, exercise science or athlete development, and are enthusiastic about supporting young people to build confidence, movement skills and healthy training habits, we would love to hear from you.

  What you will do

As a key member of the Strength and Conditioning team, you will:

• Deliver structured and engaging strength and conditioning sessions that support safe student physical development
• Support student athletic development through inclusive training aligned with long-term athlete development principles
• Maintain accurate testing and performance records to inform training decisions and monitor student progress
• Deliver consistent strength and conditioning programs across sport and swimming pathways
• Maintain safe, inclusive and well-supervised training environments that promote student wellbeing and participation
• Demonstrate professional conduct through effective communication, preparedness, punctuality and adherence to School expectations

Who you are

You are energetic, motivating and professional, with a strong interest in youth athletic development and wellbeing. You enjoy working collaboratively and are committed to helping students build confidence, movement skills and positive training habits.

You have the necessary experience, knowledge and skills:

• Qualifications in Exercise Science, Sport Science, Movement Science, or a related field (or working towards)
• ASCA accreditation, or a willingness to work towards accreditation
• Experience delivering strength and conditioning, athletic development, or sports performance programs
• Knowledge of long-term athlete development (LTAD) principles and safe training practices
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
• A current Working with Children Check
• Current First Aid and CPR certification (desirable)
• Additional experience in sports coaching would be highly regarded, particularly where candidates can contribute to Ivanhoe Edge programs and broader Sports Department initiatives

What we offer you

• An impactful support role embedded in a thriving and values-driven educational community
• A collaborative, student-centred sports culture where wellbeing is prioritised
• Opportunities to develop coaching, leadership and facilitation skills
• Access to quality sporting facilities and outdoor environments
• A welcoming and inclusive workplace committed to professional growth

 

Always seeking great people. Your move.

Further information can be found by visiting the Ivanhoe Grammar School website – Careers – Ivanhoe Grammar School, or by viewing the position description.

For a confidential discussion, please contact People and Culture via **********@ivanhoe.com.au.

Applications close Tuesday, 30 June at 5pm.
Early applications are encouraged, as interviews may commence prior to this date.

Ivanhoe Grammar School is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment where everyone is welcome to be themselves. We value student safety. All staff are required to adhere to the School’s policies and to have a working knowledge and understanding of the Student Wellbeing Policy, the Health and Safety Policy, the Child Safety Code of Conduct and the Respectful Workplace Behaviour Policy.