Co-curricular Sports & Activities

Saint Ignatius’ College, Riverview was established in 1880 as a Catholic boys’ school in the Jesuit tradition. Located in Lane Cove, Sydney, Cammeraygal Country, this leading independent school delivers a holistic education to both day and boarding students from Years 5 to 12.

Alongside nurturing natural skills and talents, Riverview’s Co-curriculum Program encourages young men to embrace both success and failure with grace and dignity, collaborate effectively with others, and draw on each person’s strengths to serve the greater good of the community. Sport and other co-curricular pursuits play a vital role in cura personalis, fostering the growth and development of the whole person.

The College welcomes expressions of interest from motivated and committed individuals seeking opportunities to coach within the Co-curriculum Program throughout the year.

The College educates over 1500 young men across two campuses and offers a broad Co-curriculum Program which includes, but is not limited to, Sport, Music, Drama, Debating and Public Speaking.

Selection Criteria for Co-curriculum positions:

• be a motivated and engaging coach or mentor within your given field;
• be flexible and able to work collaboratively in a team environment;
• demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on building and maintaining quality relationships with all members of the College’s community;
• be able to demonstrate leadership of team coaching initiatives;
• demonstrate an understanding of and a commitment to the Mission and Values of the College;
• demonstrate flexibility and the ability to adapt and operate effectively in a demanding and changing environment;
• have a coaching accreditation in the relevant sport or activity;
• hold a current First and CPR certificate;
• hold a current Working with Children Check and be committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety, welfare and-being of children and young people.

Applications must be submitted via our online system and should include the following information in PDF format:

• resume which includes details of any relevant qualifications/accreditations and experience in the sport or activity you are expressing an interest in;
• the names and contact details of two referees.

Our recruitment processes include telephone or Teams interviews, face-to-face interviews, and reference checks prior to an offer of employment being made.

Successful candidates will be required to undertake Compliance training in Child Safeguarding, Concussion Management and Work Health & Safety as directed by the College.

Saint Ignatius' College Riverview is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.