Sport Coach - Football 2026/27

Take the sideline, set the standards, and shape the next generation of footballers!

Selection Criteria:

• Certified Football Coach or willing to pursue certification and advantage, but not mandatory.
• Previous coaching experience, preferably at the high school or club level.
• Strong communication and motivational skills.
• Passion for the sport and a commitment to player development.
• Current Paid Blue Card.
• Current First Aid/CPR desirable.

The successful candidate will be rewarded with a number of exciting benefits including:

• Competitive compensation and flexible coaching schedules.
• Opportunities for professional development and coaching certifications.
• A vibrant, supportive community of athletes and coaches.

For a full Position Description please refer to the attachment below. Interviews may be conducted throughout the advertising period and interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.

How to apply: 

All applications are to be submitted via TGS’s online Careers Portal and include:

• a cover letter addressed to the Headmaster addressing the vacancy being applied for;
• a resume; and
• the names and contact details of three confidential referees.

Remuneration: As per the Educational Services (Schools) General Staff Award 2020

Enquiries should be directed to the Head of Football, Mr Nigel Fanning on 07 4657 2500 or by email N.Fanning @twgs.qld.edu.au

Student Protection at Toowoomba Grammar School

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment.  At TGS, staff are committed to providing environments where children and young people receive the highest standard of care, where their rights are supported, and they can thrive and be fruitful. Staff at TGS understand the Child Safe Standards and how the school promotes the development of a strong, child-centred culture that prioritise safety, cultural responsiveness, and wellbeing for all children and young people.

TGS places emphasis on genuine engagement with children and young people, create conditions that reduce the likelihood of harm to children and young people, create conditions that increase the likelihood of identifying harm, and respond to any concerns, disclosures, allegations or suspicions of any person, including employees.

Committed to the provision of a safe and supportive living and learning environment for all students, staff must:

• Understand and adhere to all obligations relating to the protection of children and young people as outlined in our policies and procedures
• Attend or complete all student protection mandatory training annually and any other professional learning events as required by the School
• Support and engage with all student protection initiatives and programs across the School.

All School staff, unless otherwise eligible for an exemption, must possess a current Positive Notice or “Blue Card” issued under the Working with Children Check Act 2000 (Qld) before commencing employment with the School.  Volunteer Blue Cards are required to be transferred to Paid Employment cards.