ports Academy Leader
Salary Range:
Competitive salary package with POL 2 allowance + super
Type of School:
Catholic Secondary School in Melbourne’s South East
Contract Type:
Full-time | Position of Leadership
Start:
13th July 2026 | 3-Year Leadership Tenure
About the School
HARKE has partnered with a well-established Catholic secondary school in Melbourne’s south east, recognised for its strong community culture, commitment to holistic education, and growing focus on sport, wellbeing, and student engagement. The school values participation, leadership, and excellence, creating opportunities for students to thrive both academically and beyond the classroom. Educators are supported within a collaborative environment that encourages innovation, relationship-building, and professional growth.
About the Position
This leadership opportunity is suited to an educator passionate about sport, student development, and building high-performing programs. The Sports Academy Leader will drive the growth and development of the school’s Sports Academy program while leading a strong culture of participation across interschool sport, carnivals, and extracurricular opportunities. The role combines strategic leadership, program development, coaching oversight, student engagement, and community partnerships, making it ideal for a teacher or sports leader looking to make a significant whole-school impact.
Skills and Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the Sports Academy program across Years 7–12, fostering participation, performance, and student engagement.
- Coordinate interschool sport, carnivals, training schedules, and external sporting partnerships.
- Mentor sports staff, trainees, and coaches while supporting best practice in sports education and student development.
- Promote the Sports Academy within the wider community, including student recruitment and event engagement.
- Ensure effective organisation, risk management, safety compliance, and strategic planning across all sporting programs.
Requirements
- Registration: Candidates must hold or be eligible to obtain Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.
- Work Rights: Full working rights in Australia are essential for this role.
- Safeguarding: Applicants must provide two current referees and complete HARKE’s onboarding process to meet safeguarding requirements.
HARKE Recruitment
Working with HARKE Recruitment offers several key advantages:
- Streamlined recruitment process for a hassle-free experience
- Time-saving methods to accelerate your job search
- Direct contact with hiring managers and school leaders for clear and fast communication
- Comprehensive interview preparation support and any other support you require
- Opportunities for professional development within the education sector
How to Apply
To apply for this role, click ‘APPLY’ or for a confidential discussion, please contact Paige on 0492 989 093. Visit our company website for more information.