- Lead the strategic direction and growth of Loreto Kirribilli’s K–12 sporting programme.
- Drive participation, performance and wellbeing through creative sporting pathways and programs.
- Inspire a high-performing Sport Department and strong community partnerships.

The Position

Loreto Kirribilli is seeking to appoint an outstanding and visionary leader for the position of Director of Sport (K–12), to provide strategic and operational leadership of the School’s sporting programme, ensuring sport enables exceptional student development, promotes wellbeing and participation, and advances the School’s commitment to excellence and holistic education.

Reporting to the Principal, the role is responsible for leading the strategic direction of the School’s K–12 sporting programme, supporting student participation and achievement, and ensuring a high-quality and cohesive sporting experience that meets the needs of students, staff and the wider School community. The Director of Sport will lead a team comprising the Head of Sport – Development, Head of Sport – Pathways, Head of Rowing, Coach Development and Athlete Performance Coordinator, Strength and Conditioning Coordinator, and Sport Administrator.

As part of this role, the Director of Sport will lead the development and implementation of a clear K–12 vision and multi-year strategic plan for sport, working closely with school leaders and key stakeholders to strengthen participation pathways, athlete development, coaching capability and program innovation. The position will also cultivate strategic partnerships with sporting associations, clubs, universities and community organisations to expand opportunities for students.





The successful candidate will be a credible and cooperative leader with strong strategic and operational expertise, exceptional relationship-building skills, and a proven ability to lead complex programmes and teams through growth and change. They will bring a deep understanding of contemporary school sport, the ability to balance participation, wellbeing and high performance.

The Organisation

Loreto Kirribilli is an independent Catholic school for girls from Kindergarten to Year 12 with an enrolment of over 1,100 students. Established on the peninsula in 1908, the School is proud to be part of the international Loreto network of schools of the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Loreto Sisters) and Congregation of Jesus, united by Mary Ward’s vision of faith, justice, freedom and service.

Loreto Kirribilli is a learning community where positive relationships flourish, the dignity and rights of all are respected and where joy and hope are hallmarks. The School’s strength is driven by the values It hold dear: verity, justice, sincerity, felicity, freedom of mind and spirit.

At the heart of Loreto Kirribilli is a culture of growth and excellence, where It Is a focused on the education of the whole child, intellectually, culturally, socially and spiritually. The School celebrates success and champion endeavour.

To apply: please visit https://futureleadership.com.au/opportunities/director-of-sportk-12-lkidos0826/ and click ‘Apply Now’, using reference LKIdos0826, addressing your cover letter including motivation, response to key selection criteria and resume to Kirsti Hitz-Morton and Sarah Campbell, of Future Leadership™, or call 1300 347 437 for further information.

Close Date: October 9, 2026 23:59 AEDT

📌 Director of Sport@ Loreto Kirribilli (Sydney)
🏢 Future Leadership
📍 Sydney