ABOUT US

Limitless. One word that captures everything we believe about education, our students and the future we help shape.

At Ipswich Girls' Grammar School including Ipswich Junior Grammar School, we have an unwavering commitment to developing young people who know their value, embrace their potential and lead with grit and grace. Our purpose is to provide exceptional education and care that cultivates belief, belonging and bold leadership.

Established in 1892, we are one of Queensland's original Grammar Schools, proudly offering a contemporary, personalised and holistic education from Kindy to Year 12 (co-educational from Kindy to Year 6, and girls-only from Years 7-12). We combine a rich heritage with a future-focused approach, delivering transformative learning experiences that ignite curious minds and courageous hearts.

Our people are central to this mission. We are a warm, authentic and high-performing community united by a shared belief that every student deserves the opportunity to thrive.

This is a place of limitless possibilities. A place where students and staff alike are inspired to grow, lead and make their mark on the world.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Ipswich Girls’ Grammar School is one of ten high-performing schools included in Queensland’s premier schoolgirls’ sporting competition, the QGSSSA. Sporting excellence is a key focus of the School’s growth strategy, and we are seeking passionate and experienced Cocurricular Sport Coaches and Coordinators across a range of disciplines. If you are passionate about developing young athletes and contributing to a positive sporting environment, we invite you to apply for one of the roles available within our program. Term 4, 2026 & Term 1, 2027 - Immediate Start

- Cricket Coaches
- AFL Coaches

Term 1 & 2, 2027

- Touch Football Coaches and Coordinator
- Football (Soccer) Coaches and Coordinator
- Basketball Coaches and Coordinator
- Cross Country Coaches

As a Sports Coach,



your primary responsibility will be to deliver high-quality coaching, support athlete development, and help students achieve their potential in training sessions, competitions, tournaments, trials, and matches.

As a Sports Coordinator, you will provide leadership and organisational support for your sport, working closely with coaches, athletes, and the Director of Sport to ensure the successful delivery of the program throughout the season.

These opportunities are ideally suited to individuals with relevant coaching, officiating, sporting, or administration experience, current industry qualifications where applicable, and a current Paid Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card).

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

To be successful in one of these roles, you will be professionally competent, passionate about sport, and committed to fostering positive experiences for young people. You will:

- Support the Director of Sport in the delivery and development of a high-quality sporting program.
- Coach athletes and/or coordinate sporting operations to enhance individual and team performance.
- Develop and implement training schedules, season plans, and competition preparations where required.
- Be punctual, organised, and prepared for training sessions, matches, and program activities.
- Provide qualified supervision and support to students at all times.
- Demonstrate a genuine passion for sport and working with young people.
- Build positive relationships with students, parents, coaches, officials, and School staff.
- Provide constructive feedback to athletes to support their development and performance.
- Assist with team selection, communication,



and player welfare.
- Contribute to end-of-season reporting, program evaluation, and future planning.
- Be a positive, enthusiastic, and professional representative of the School.
- Liaise effectively regarding training schedules, competitions, team selections, and the conduct of individuals and teams.

Culture fit and attitude are also highly important to us, so a passion for the work you do and the ability to understand and work within our vision, mission and values is paramount to your success in this role.

YOUR APPLICATION

If this sounds like you, and you are interested in joining a highly respected school community, please provide the following information in your application:

1. Curriculum Vitae (over no more than 3 pages)
2. Cover Letter (over no more than 1 page)

We thank you for taking the time to send us your application for this role. We assess every application and will contact you directly if you are successful in moving to the next stage.

Applications close Monday 16 November 2026. Applications may be considered and progressed prior to the closing date.

Ipswich Girls Grammar School including Ipswich Junior Grammar School is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all young people. Prior to appointment all candidates are required to undergo a pre-employment screening process which will include working with children checks, background referencing, identify confirmation, qualification validation and professional registration checks. All candidates must hold entitlement to work in Australia. Successful candidates are required to adhere to all School policies and procedures relating to student protection, and the School’s approach to meeting the Child Safe Standards and the Reportable Conduct Scheme.

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Kerri Walsh on (phone hidden), quoting Ref No. 1306434.

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