Position Vacant
STRENGTH & CONDITIONING COACH
CASUAL
Cranbrook School is seeking outstanding Strength & Conditioning Coaches to join our small
but dynamic team based at the state-of-the-art Murray Rose Aquatic & Fitness Centre in
Bellevue Hill.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Reporting to the Head of Athletic Performance, the responsibilities of the Strength and
Conditioning Coach include developing and providing age and skill appropriate strength,
conditioning, speed and agility training to students; designing and managing programs for
rehabilitation and return to play from injury and illness; providing match day support to
teams, supporting sports camps; supervision of school gym facilities and use; taking part in
health promotion and wellbeing initiatives for both students and staff; and assisting with
sports science including data collection and analysis.
Casual positions are available, with rostered hours varying across the opening hours of the
Aquatic & Fitness Centre, from Monday to Saturday.
ABOUT YOU
You have experience working with youth athletes, and working in a gym, field and match day
environment. You have the ability to inspire students to achieve goals and to encourage them
in the pursuit of excellence.
Capable of working collaboratively within a team, and possessing an exemplary
understanding of best practice, you have proven expertise and the ability to coach across a
broad age and ability range.
SELECTION CRITERIA
— Tertiary qualification in Human Movement, Exercise, Sports Science, or similar
— Level 2 Strength and Conditioning or Australian Weightlifting Federation Level 2
accreditation
— Previous experience in sports related strength and conditioning programs
— Ability to communicate and collaborate with people at all levels, with diverse
backgrounds and across a wide range of age groups
— Excellent planning, organisation and communication (written and verbal) skills
— Capacity to create a motivating and engaging environment that caters to the diverse
needs of student athletes
— Genuine passion for strength and conditioning, and research with a particular emphasis
on athlete development for youth athletes
— A level of mobility that supports the ability to respond to a first aid / behavioural
incident
— Strong physical, mental and emotional health to deal with the required demands and
responsibilities of the role
— Current First Aid and CPR qualifications
— A firm commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
— A demonstrated understanding of child safety and appropriate behaviours when
engaging with children.
Experience working in a school environment will be highly regarded. Knowledge of VLAD
Technology. GymAware and GPS (STATSports) will be an advantage.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications should include a resume and a
cover letter addressing the selection criteria
and reasons for your interest in the position.
Applications should be submitted via email to
[email protected]. Details
of at least three referees will be requested
from the successful applicant.
CLOSING DATE: Tuesday 9 June 2026
ABOUT CRANBROOK SCHOOL
Founded in 1918, Cranbrook School is a multi-
campus Anglican independent day and
boarding school for students in Pre-School to
Year 12. In 2026, the School welcomed girls
into Years 7 and 11, with full coeducation
across the campus by 2029.
Guided by its enduring vision to be a world-
class school that nurtures and enables every
student to fulfil their potential and thrive,
Cranbrook offers a values-led education
enriched by academic excellence and extensive
sporting and co-curricular opportunities. The
School’s motto, esse quam videri – “to be,
rather than to seem to be” – underpins its
commitment to authenticity, character and
service. This well-rounded educational
approach provides an educational experience
that celebrates each individual and prepares
every Cranbrookian for a purposeful life of
contribution within and beyond the School
gates.
Overlooking Sydney Harbour and set on
approximately 13 hectares in one of Sydney's
most prestigious eastern suburbs, the School
currently educates over 1,800 students across
four campuses: two Pre-Schools – St Michael's
and St Mark's – a Junior School campus in Rose
Bay, and the Senior School Campus in Bellevue
Hill. The School's two Boarding Houses provide
care and accommodation for 75 students from
Years 7 to 12.
Cranbrook School is a child safe organisation.
We actively promote the safety and wellbeing
of all students and are committed to protecting
our students from abuse and harm.
WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK AND
WORKING RIGHTS
The successful applicant for this position will be
required to hold a current NSW Working with
Children Check clearance. Applicants must be
an Australian citizen or permanent resident or
hold a visa with appropriate working rights.
