Permanent, part-time, term time only (2 roles available)

Carmel College is a leading Catholic integrated school for girls in Years 7–13, located on Auckland’s North Shore. In the Mercy tradition, we are dedicated to empowering young women to achieve personal excellence while fostering values of Service, Respect, Justice, Care, and Courage. Joining our team means contributing to a vibrant learning community where staff are supported, valued, and encouraged to grow.

We are seeking two energetic, motivated, and organised Sports Coordinators to join our Sports Department. These roles are central to supporting, promoting, and developing sport across the college, from grassroots participation through to competitive sports pathways.

The successful applicants will report to the Director of Sport while working collaboratively with the Carmel Heads of Sport, Sports Council, and the wider school community.  They will play a pivotal role in enhancing sporting opportunities, increasing student participation, and improving performance across a variety of sports. 

Hours of Work

• 35 hours per week, term time only
• Due to the nature of the role, hours are flexible and will include some early mornings, evenings, weekends and term breaks to support trainings, tournaments, and game nights. 

Key Responsibilities:

Sports Development & Performance

• Develop and support the Sports Enhancement Programme
• Manage an agreed portfolio of sports across the winter and summer sports seasons 
• Oversee sports-specific uniform and equipment allocations

Student Leadership & Engagement

• Oversee the Carmel student coaches and provide development opportunities
• Support and supervise the Sports Council and their lunchtime activities 
• Develop strategies to boost student participation in sports and physical activities

Community and Public Relations 

• Enhance relationships with parents, local sports clubs, and community partners 
• Foster a strong sense of school pride and community involvement through the coordination of sports initiatives.

School Sports Events

• Assist with planning and delivery of whole school sports events, i.e., Athletics Day, Swimming Sports, Sports Awards Evening 
• Support organisation and management of Winter and Summer Tournament week, plus the Y7/8 AIMS Games event
• Coordinate and run after-school social leagues

Skills and Attributes: 

• Passionate about sport and youth development
• Organised, reliable, and proactive
• Strong communication skills, able to build positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and community partners 
• Flexible team players, willing to take responsibility across a range of sports and activities
• Experienced in sports coordination, coaching, or administration (preferred but not essential)
• The successful applicants will be required to accept, recognise and preserve the special character of the school and be committed to the school’s mission and values.

We Offer

• The opportunity to be part of a vibrant and supportive Sports Department
• A varied role with scope to utilise your personal strengths and sporting background
• The chance to make a real difference in supporting young women to thrive in sport

Carmel College is a  welcoming and supportive work environment, with benefits such as onsite parking and staff well-being initiatives, including free flu vaccinations. Employment conditions are in accordance with the Support Staff in Schools’ Collective Agreement. 

Appointments will be subject to the successful completion of all required legal and safety checks, as is standard for working in a New Zealand school.

Appointments will be made once suitable candidates have been found.