We are looking to appoint a dedicated individual to lead our Basketball Club and build a sustainable basketball performance program across the entire College. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery and oversight of basketball programs within our Junior (Years 1-6), Middle (Years 7-10), and Senior (Years 11-13) Schools. The successful applicant will report to the Director of Co-Curricular Activities and the Basketball Club, overseeing the administration and operations of the Club as a whole.
This part-time role offers the flexibility to increase hours as the program expands. We are committed to supporting players at all levels, from those participating socially to athletes aspiring for overseas college opportunities or high-performance pathways.
You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to apply for this position.
The ideal candidate will inspire and mentor students, driving both their athletic development and personal growth, while contributing to the future success of basketball at Scots College.
In addition to working with student athletes, the successful applicant will lead the recruitment and development of coaches within the program. They will be responsible for upskilling coaches to ensure consistency in the Scots College basketball brand and approach across all levels, from Junior through to Senior School. This role will be pivotal in building a cohesive coaching team that aligns with the program's values and long-term goals.
If you are enthusiastic about developing talent and have a vision for taking our program
to the next level, we would love to hear from you.
With a national and international reputation for excellence, Scots College is a world-class independent school with a strong Presbyterian heritage. As a fully co-educational, IB World School in Wellington, NZ, we provide our students with an excellent holistic education in a vibrant learning environment, equipping them to contribute as global citizens who think creatively, reason critically, communicate effectively, and develop the skills necessary to learn for life. Scots College has a strong sporting ethos and seeks to build upon the excellent work already undertaken by its Basketball Club. Several College players have followed a pathway to US colleges, with the most notable being Steven Adams, who is currently playing in the NBA.
This is a permanent appointment that we expect will average a 0.5 FTE commitment throughout the year, involving higher hours at key parts of the season and potentially including a coaching component. We invite expressions of interest from qualified candidates, asking them to submit an outline of their vision for running basketball at the College if selected for this role.
The successful candidate will have extensive basketball coaching experience and
ideally demonstrate:
An ability to bring out the best in players regarding sporting achievement and personal development. A strong understanding of fostering mental skills and leadership qualities in players.Experience managing a team, with the capability to support their development and inspire excellence.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Innovation and adaptability, comfortably driving and embracing change as needed.A commitment to excellence and a willingness to go the extra mile to achieve desired outcomes.Strong organisational skills.Empathy with the College's special character, philosophy, and values.If you are motivated by the prospect of being part of a dynamic environment and would
enjoy the challenges of this exciting role, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Please visit our website for further information about the role and the College: www.scotscollege.school.nz/about/careers
Applications close on Thursday 14 November 2024 and should include a covering letter and current CV (including teacher certification details if applicable, and the names of at least three referees).