Website St Stithians College, South Africa
St Stithians College is a prominent and transformative South African school – one that inspires excellence and makes a world of difference. St Stithians offers a synergy model of boys’ and girls’ schooling on one campus. Founded in 1953, this city school set on a 105-hectare estate has retained a country atmosphere and yet remains at the cutting edge of educational thinking in South Africa.
Requirements
- This is a part-time coaching position. The coach will be paid a fixed term contract according to their expertise and coaching level. The Girls’ College invites applications for the abovementioned position which will be available from 1 January 2026.
- Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced individuals who believe they have the required skills and competencies to take on this position.
The requirements for this position are:
- A minimum of 2 years coaching experience at Open level.
- A competitive level (post matric) or coaching experience in a school, university or club environment is preferred.
- A professional Degree in Phys Ed, Sports Science or Sports Administration would be an added advantage.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Commitment to fostering and building inclusiveness and diversity.
- An awareness of and willingness to commit to the school’s all-round ethos, co-curricular activities and pastoral approach
- Any staff member working within a school is required to have a sexual offender’s clearance certificate before employment can commence
- Must have a valid driver’s license
The role will include the following:
- Daily morning training sessions as well as one gala day per week
- Availability for all training and galas
- Be involved in the Learn to Swim program
- Coaching and management of a swimming team – Setting up team lists etc
- Working with other swimming coaches
- Individual and holistic development of students as social and high-level athletes
