Strength and Conditioning Coach

Strength and Conditioning Coach

St Hilda’s School | Gold Coast | Queensland

Commencing: March 2026 to December 2026, with possibility of extension

Part Time, Term Time – minimum 20 hours per week – before and after school

St Hilda’s School, Gold Coast invites applications for the position of Strength and Conditioning Coach 2026. This position will initially commence at 20 hours per week, working Monday to Friday, approximately 4 hours per day (2 hours in the mornings and 2 hours in the afternoons). As the program expands there may be opportunity for increased hours and for the role to become permanent.

We are seeking an experienced, passionate and dedicated Strength and Conditioning Coach to join our thriving sporting program at St Hilda’s School. We are part of the Queensland Girls Secondary Schools Sports Association (QGSSSA), which is the leading Queensland sports association for secondary school girls. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and coach aspiring young women, foster their love of sport, and help them develop their skills, confidence and belief that they she can be anything.

The Strength and Conditioning Coach reports to the Director of Sport, and ultimately to the Principal.

About Us

Located on Queensland’s Gold Coast, we are one of Australia’s leading independent Anglican Day and Boarding Schools for girls from Pre-Prep to Year 12. With an enviable reputation of excellence in girls’ education and world class facilities, St Hilda’s School has a long and proud history of outstanding academic achievement, grounded in strong Anglican Christian values.

About You

• You are passionate and dedicated to empowering young women through movement and athletic development
• You have a deep belief that strength is not just physical but mental and emotional and you create a training environment where every girl feels seen, challenged, and capable of achieving more than she thought possible
• Your coaching philosophy centres on building confident, resilient athletes who develop a lifelong relationship with fitness and personal wellbeing
• You design age-appropriate, and sport specific programs that prioritise proper movement mechanics, injury prevention, and progressive development - meeting each girl exactly where she is and helping her grow from there
• You understand the unique physiological and psychological needs of female athletes
• You are committed to fostering a culture that celebrates effort, consistency, and community over comparison
• Whether working with young students, newcomers to sport, or high-performing athletes preparing for the next level, you consistently bring energy, expertise, and encouragement to every session.

About the Position

The Strength and Conditioning Coach is responsible for the design, delivery, and ongoing evaluation of age-appropriate, evidence-based strength and conditioning programs that support the physical development, performance, and wellbeing of St Hilda’s students across all year levels and all sports at St Hilda’s School. Working closely with the Director of Sport, sports coaches, and relevant support staff, the Strength and Conditioning Coach will ensure students are prepared to train and compete safely, reduce injury risk, and develop lifelong physical literacy. The role emphasises education, injury prevention, and progressive athlete development, while fostering a positive, inclusive, and athlete-centred performance environment aligned with school values.

The Strength and Conditioning Coach plays a vital role in developing not just stronger athletes at St Hilda’s School, but more confident, capable, resilient, and health-conscious young women across all levels of participation, who will carry these benefits far beyond their competitive years.

Qualifications and Mandatory Requirements

• Level 2 Strength and Conditioning accreditation (or equivalent)
• Experience working with school aged participants
• Strong understanding of adolescent growth, development, and the physical and psychological needs of female athletes
• Minimum Intermediate level Microsoft Office skills
• Current Driver’s License
• Current First Aid and CPR
• Current Paid Blue Card (Working with Children Check).

Why Join St Hilda’s School?

Be part of a passionate values-driven community which embraces collaboration and innovation and supports staff wellbeing and professional growth. We are a community which promotes belonging and connectedness. We offer staff use of the school gym, a comprehensive employee assistance program and professional development opportunities. Enjoy the convenience of an onsite co-located Early Learning Centre at very reasonable rates, providing peace of mind and proximity for staff with young families.

As a prospective member of the St Hilda’s Community, you must be willing to support the Code of Conduct and the stated values and Anglican Ethos of the School.

The successful applicant must hold a current Working with Children Check (Blue Card) or be eligible to obtain one prior to appointment and be willing to have their name submitted to the Anglican Church’s Professional Standards Register.

Application Requirements

Please submit the following:

1. A maximum two-page A4 written response outlining your suitability for this role addressing the "About You", "About the Position" and "Qualifications and Mandatory Requirements" sections outline above.
2. A full Curriculum Vitae, including contact details for two professional referees.

Applications should be submitted by 4.00pm Wednesday 11 March 2026.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. St Hilda’s School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Please submit your applications early.

Any questions about the position, or for a copy of the Position Description, please contact Melanie Cowan, People and Culture Manager at mcowan@sthildas.qld.edu.au  or (07) 5532 4922.

*Please do not email applications to Melanie directly.