Head of Sport Honor Non Honores

An Anglican School

Head of Barker College

Sport is an integral part of life at Barker.

At Barker we have a clear and distinct focus on ensuring that all In 2020, the School will open its new Rosewood Centre – a students have what they need to thrive; to grow, to inspire, to purpose-built sports and learning precinct that will provide serve, to think critically and to be a learner fully engaged with the us with a facility that takes us deep into the 21st century for world around them. It is at the core of what we do here. generation upon generation. We also believe that participation in team sports, healthy The Rosewood Centre will be a gathering place where sport, competition and skills development are essential elements in the community and learning can all come together. development of well-balanced young people. A strong sense of This is an exciting time to be joining a dynamic and professional sportsmanship and fair play is fostered among the whole School team of people at Barker College. community.

Phillip Heath AM Head of Barker College Sport at Barker • Our girls enjoyed similar success with 1st Basketball winning the ISA Championship; 1st won their At Barker all students are involved in sport and Saturday sport 22nd Premiership title, Touch Football teams secured 5 is often the highlight of a student’s week at school, as it brings Premierships, 2 Premiership titles for our teams and a healthy balance to their life. Our aim is to provide students ISA Swimming Senior Champions. with an enjoyable sporting experience, where excellence is pursued and individual potential realised. A strong sense of Coaching Program sportsmanship and fair play is fostered among the whole School community. Coaching at Barker across all of our sports is an area the School takes very seriously. Barker invests heavily in its coaching We have a fine tradition on the sporting field and Barker program with a strong blend of highly experienced and has produced many State and National champions, including professional coaches, young emerging coaches, past students Captains of National teams. Our school teams are renowned for and of course our teaching staff. their dedication and commitment and being selected in a School team is a matter of pride. Our coaches are tasked to foster a positive and respectful culture with their team environments whilst always maintaining an The School is blessed with five ovals, 7 tennis courts, an astro- inspiring attitude towards their coaching responsibilities on and turf playing field and a 25 metre indoor swimming pool. off the field, court, or pool. Student engagement is paramount and we therefore encourage all coaches to take the lead in Most sports offer several levels of interschool competition and enabling openness, building a culture of trust and getting to students are carefully graded to a team that matches their know each and every student within their own teams, to better individual level of skill. In addition students compete in House understand the unique value and role that a student can play Competitions including Athletics, Swimming and Cross-Country. within that team. This will ensure our students are engaged, Athletics, Netball, Rugby 7s, Swimming, Rugby, AFL, Football, challenged, developed and hopefully inspired throughout their Cricket, Surf , Fencing, , Tennis, Cross-Country, sporting experience at Barker. Basketball, Hockey, Softball and Taekwondo are the main sports played against other schools, although there are many others offered. Rosewood Centre – Opening 2020 Located in The Avenue, the Rosewood Centre will provide Overview of Sport Barker’s students access to cutting edge recreation and learning spaces. • Junior School students compete in the IPSHA competition Incorporating a comprehensive fitness centre, five international • Secondary School boys compete in the CAS competition standard indoor sports courts, 12 classrooms and learning spaces, (Committee of the Associated Schools) the Rosewood Centre will be a place where all Barker students are able to maximise their gifts. • Secondary School girls compete in the Independent Sports’ Association (ISA) Competition and in local district and community sporting competitions • In 2018, Barker were named CAS Champions in the boys’ 1st Basketball, 1st XV Rugby, 1st XI Football, 1st Cricket Northern District Cup Joint Champions, 1st Squash Grand Finalists and in the Bungan Whale Challenge for .

Position Description

The Head of Sport will be responsible for the oversight and direction of the School’s sports program from Pre-K to 12.

The Head of Sport is a Full-time (1.0FTE) role. Staffing • Work with relevant sports’ personnel to recruit, onboard and develop quality coaching staff Primary Duties & Responsibilities • Be responsible for the staffing and management of the General School’s Sports Program • Provide leadership and development for all areas of • Provide leadership and management to to all sports and sporting activity sports facilities personnel • Develop and drive the overarching vision of Sport at Barker Facilities from Pre-K – 12 in alignment with the School’s Vision to be a leader in Christian education, characterised by a global • Oversee the allocation of sport facilities and playing fields vision, inspiring hope • Provide leadership and oversight of the Aquatic Centre and • Provide leadership and development in strategy, policies the Rosewood Centre and decision making in conjunction with the Deputy Head of Administration Operations and in alignment with the School’s strategic plan • Lead and/or oversee Barker’s representation at the relevant • Ensure provision of appropriate sports programs to engage sporting associations all students ensuring coeducational balance and sports equity • Be responsible for the sports’ budget • Facilitate innovative and effective development programs • Ensure health and safety standards are monitored and from beginner to elite pathways maintained • Visible leader of Barker Sport (including Saturdays) • Monitor achievement and develop recognition strategies for students and staff • Evaluate the effectiveness of the program and respond to needs in a timely manner

Position Description

Communication and Publicity Essential Personal Attributes • Liaise with the Communications department to communicate • Ability to build trust and work in partnership with colleagues and promote Barker Sport at all levels of the School • Sanction, monitor and develop Sporting Tours in liaison with • Highly refined communication skills, both written and oral the Deputy Head – Operations • Well developed active listening skills, showing an ability to • Ensure outstanding opportunities and delivery for all take direction as well as to direct and lead students • Outstanding commitment to the development of Sport in a • Identify and develop possible income streams related to School context sport, including corporate events, high performing cultures and conferences • Dynamic and enthusiastic leader with vision and ability to develop and implement strategic goals • Enhance relationships with sporting networks and community engagement • Commitment to equity and diversity • Liaise with Head of PDHPE, Deans and Heads of House • Exceptional personal standards of honesty, integrity and professionalism • Liaise with HR, Finance and Communications Departments • Strong service orientation with the ability to foster a strong service culture Skills Essential to the Job • Excellent team leadership skills with the capability to manage • Teaching qualification or strong working knowledge of and inspire all colleagues Schools • Excellent presentation skills • Degree or similar level qualification in sports or • Commitment to the School’s Mission, Vision and Values and management related discipline ability to contribute to the Christian character of the School • Extensive knowledge of the sport landscape • Demonstrated outstanding awareness of the practice of sport Accountability Organisation Chart Relative to Position Child Safety The Manager’s Manager The Head of Barker College Barker College has an abiding commitment to the safety, protection and well-being of all children and young people in The Immediate Manager our care. All staff members will be held accountable for ensuring Deputy Head - Operations adherence to the policies of the School, in particular those This Position relating to the safeguarding of children. Head of Sport General Breaches to a staff member’s responsibilities and/or authority will be managed through the School’s Disciplinary Management Procedures. This defined accountability is underpinned by the Barker College Staff Code of Professional Practice, Complaints and Performance Management procedures. Work Health and Safety All staff members will be held accountable for their actions and omissions where it affects their own or another person’s workplace safety.

Special Conditions • Prepared to undertake any additional training to complement the position • Flexible working hours 91 Pacific Highway t +61 2 8438 7999 Hornsby NSW 2077 f +61 2 8438 7609 w barker.college June 2019