Do you have a passion for chess and developing young people? St Peters Lutheran College is seeking an organised and enthusiastic Chess Coordinator
Casual, Term Time position for a Leader in Chess
Be part of a collaborative and energetic environment, driving the program
Indooroopilly Location

Do you have a passion for chess and developing young people?
St Peters Lutheran College is seeking an organised and enthusiasticChess Coordinatorto lead and grow our chess program. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with students, coaches and families, and has the ability to combine strong administration with a genuine commitment to student development. This role will commence from first week of February ****
As Chess Coordinator, you will oversee the planning, delivery and administration of the College's chess program, supporting students from Primary and Secondary years as they develop strategic thinking, problem-solving skills, resilience and sportsmanship through training and competition.

About St Peters
St Peters Lutheran College is one of Queensland's leading independent co-educational day and boarding schools, offering students a broad range of academic, cultural and co-curricular opportunities. Our chess program plays an important role in developing critical thinking, perseverance and teamwork while fostering a lifelong enjoyment of the game.

About the role
Working within the Sports Department and reporting to the Boys Sports Coordinator, you will coordinate all aspects of the College's chess program across the season.
Key responsibilities include:
Planning and coordinating training programs and competition schedules
Recruiting, onboarding and supporting chess coaches
Managing coach allocations, schedules and timesheet approvals
Coordinating team selections alongside coaching staff




Acting as the primary point of contact for chess fixtures and competitions
Liaising with students, parents, staff and AIC Chess representatives
Managing risk assessments and operational requirements for tournaments and events
Supporting student participation, development and competitive performance
Maintaining attendance records and assisting with end-of-season presentations and reviews
Ensuring a safe, positive and well-organised environment for all participants

About you
You will be a highly organised and collaborative individual who enjoys building positive relationships and creating engaging student experiences.
You will demonstrate:
Experience coordinating sporting, chess or co-curricular programs
Strong administrative, organisational and time management skills
The ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Experience leading and supporting coaches, volunteers or teams
A commitment to student wellbeing, child safety and skilled conduct
Sound judgement, personal integrity and accountability
An understanding of, and support for, the Christian ethos of St Peters Lutheran College
Previous experience in school-based chess programs, competitive chess environments or co-curricular leadership roles will be highly regarded.

What we offer
Casual term-time position
Competitive hourly rate
*****% employer superannuation contribution
Opportunity to lead a well-established and respected school chess program




Work within a supportive and collaborative Sports Department
Access to outstanding College facilities and resources
The chance to make a meaningful contribution to students' growth and development

How to Apply
To apply, please submit your cover letter and curriculum vitae, demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the Position Description by clicking on the Apply button provided. Applications close at10 AMonFriday 27 November ****.
The Panel will be shortlisting actively as applications are submitted. The College reserves the right to close the role earlier or extend the process as required.
If you have any questions, please contact the Sport Department on ************ or People and Culture on ************ or at ******

Eligibility requirements to work within a Queensland School
All Teachers in Queensland must be registered to teach with the QCT. To find out more about teacher registration requirements and processes please go to theQCT website here. All other employees must hold a current paid Blue Card / Exemption Card or be issued with a paid Blue Card / Exemption Card before commencing work. To find out more about Blue Card requirements or to submit an application for a Blue Card/Exemption Card please go to theBlue Card Services website here.
Position Description
St Peters Lutheran College (Indooroopilly) is a P-12 coeducational day and boarding college of 2,250 students. The Lower Primary with Years Prep–4 has three classes at each level. The Upper Primary provides a program tailored to meet the needs of students in Years 5–6. St Peters Junior High offers Years 7-9 students a program to support young adolescents. The Senior School provides a program for Years ***** with the International Baccalaureate Diploma offered alongside VET and QSA courses.

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