Canterbury College is a high-performing, award-winning Anglican ELC to 12 school, serving the dynamic growth corridor of Logan, northern Gold Coast, the Scenic Rim and southern Brisbane.Here at Canterbury College, there is an unrelenting focus in the school on all-roundedness in our students, reflecting that academics, sport, performing arts, service and leadership are core dimensions of a Canterbury education.  Canterbury competes in The Associated Schools (TAS) competition with students from Years 3 – 12 involved in Saturday sport across all terms of the year.Our high-performing cricket program is dedicated to excellence, boasting a strong history of competitive success, cutting-edge facilities, and a deep commitment to player development. We are seeking Cricket Coaches to contribute to the school’s exceptional Sport Program. The coach’s role is to deliver coaching sessions that provide a safe environment for athletes and to develop skills, tactical awareness, teamwork and enjoyment of the sport.Year 7 – 12 TAS Cricket Teams will commence preseason training in Term 4, 2024 which will continue into Term 1 of 2025. Year 3 – 6 JTAS Training will start in Term 1, 2025. All teams will train twice a week (mostly afternoons) with TAS and JTAS competition games taking place on Saturdays in Term 1 at various locations.Responsibilities Include:Providing a safe and secure learning environment for all students at all times.Assisting the Cricket Coordinator where appropriate, with the development of new and existing programs. Maintaining accurate rolls, monitoring and reporting on student absenteeism from training and games.Ensuring adequate warm up is performed prior to the students taking to the field.Advertising and conducting selection trials.Establishing and attending training days – twice per week, ideally Tuesday and Thursday afternoons.Setting up and packing down of equipment where required. Attending game days.Ensuring full teams are played each week.Qualifications and experience Demonstrated experience coaching Cricket across various levels Coaching and/or refereeing accreditation (desirable)Ability to acquire and maintain a Positive Working with Children Check (Blue Card) **Pay rates vary according to experience, qualifications and coaching responsibilities.Why Join Canterbury College:We value the professional development of our staff and offer a dynamic and engaging workplace.  We nurture a whole of College approach to wellbeing and staff development. How to Apply:Do you have a proven record of coaching success and a passion for cricket. To register your interest and become part of our dynamic sporting community, please submit your application, including a cover letter and a resume to Dan Walker, Principal.Applications close COB Friday 22nd November 2024. **Interviews will commence with successful candidates as applications are received and the position may be filled prior to this date. All Canterbury staff are expected to support the school's Anglican ethos and values.Canterbury College supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of students enrolled at the College. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to adhere to the College’s policies and procedures relevant to student care and protection. 

Cricket Coach

Canterbury College is a high-performing, award-winning Anglican ELC to 12 school, serving the dynamic growth corridor of Logan, northern Gold Coast, the Scenic Rim and southern Brisbane.

Here at Canterbury College, there is an unrelenting focus in the school on all-roundedness in our students, reflecting that academics, sport, performing arts, service and leadership are core dimensions of a Canterbury education.  Canterbury competes in The Associated Schools (TAS) competition with students from Years 3 – 12 involved in Saturday sport across all terms of the year.

Our high-performing cricket program is dedicated to excellence, boasting a strong history of competitive success, cutting-edge facilities, and a deep commitment to player development. 

We are seeking Cricket Coaches to contribute to the school’s exceptional Sport Program. The coach’s role is to deliver coaching sessions that provide a safe environment for athletes and to develop skills, tactical awareness, teamwork and enjoyment of the sport.

Year 7 – 12 TAS Cricket Teams will commence preseason training in Term 4, 2024 which will continue into Term 1 of 2025. Year 3 – 6 JTAS Training will start in Term 1, 2025. All teams will train twice a week (mostly afternoons) with TAS and JTAS competition games taking place on Saturdays in Term 1 at various locations.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Providing a safe and secure learning environment for all students at all times.
  • Assisting the Cricket Coordinator where appropriate, with the development of new and existing programs. 
  • Maintaining accurate rolls, monitoring and reporting on student absenteeism from training and games.
  • Ensuring adequate warm up is performed prior to the students taking to the field.
  • Advertising and conducting selection trials.
  • Establishing and attending training days – twice per week, ideally Tuesday and Thursday afternoons.
  • Setting up and packing down of equipment where required. 
  • Attending game days.
  • Ensuring full teams are played each week.

Qualifications and experience 

  • Demonstrated experience coaching Cricket across various levels 
  • Coaching and/or refereeing accreditation (desirable)
  • Ability to acquire and maintain a Positive Working with Children Check (Blue Card) 

**Pay rates vary according to experience, qualifications and coaching responsibilities.

Why Join Canterbury College:

We value the professional development of our staff and offer a dynamic and engaging workplace.  We nurture a whole of College approach to wellbeing and staff development. 

How to Apply:

Do you have a proven record of coaching success and a passion for cricket. To register your interest and become part of our dynamic sporting community, please submit your application, including a cover letter and a resume to Dan Walker, Principal.

Applications close COB Friday 22nd November 2024. 

**Interviews will commence with successful candidates as applications are received and the position may be filled prior to this date. 

All Canterbury staff are expected to support the school's Anglican ethos and values.

Canterbury College supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of students enrolled at the College. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to adhere to the College’s policies and procedures relevant to student care and protection.