Casual Table Tennis Coach

Play a key role in the continued growth and success of our Table Tennis Program. Collaborative and supportive team environment that promotes growth and learning. Excellent facilities and equipment. About the Role Newington College is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Casual Table Tennis Coach to join our coaching team for the remainder of the Summer Season. Casual position requiring both weekday and weekend work, averaging 4‑10 hours per week, including Saturday fixtures. Program operates during school term time only. Commencement in late January with the summer season running through Term 1 (January‑March) and resuming in late Term 3 (August) before the season officially starts in Term 4. Working in conjunction with the Director of Table Tennis, the successful applicant will play an integral role in developing the Table Tennis Program for students in Years 8‑12. Roles and Responsibilities Develop and enhance the Table Tennis Program at Newington College for students across all ages and abilities, including both Competition and Non‑Competition teams. Deliver high‑quality, structured, and engaging coaching sessions that balance fun, challenge, and skill progression. Plan and implement training activities focused on technical development, tactical understanding, and match‑play strategy. Liaise regularly with the Director of Table Tennis regarding program direction, player development, and fixture coordination. Contribute to the creation and refinement of coaching materials, including training exercises, drills, and player resources. Provide constructive feedback to students and communicate progress updates to parents where appropriate. Demonstrate strong communication and relationship‑building skills with students, parents, and staff. Display flexibility, adaptability, and initiative in managing coaching and administrative responsibilities. Undertake additional duties as required by the Director of Table Tennis. About You Demonstrated experience coaching Table Tennis at school, club, or representative level. Table Tennis Australia Accreditation or equivalent. Strong technical and tactical knowledge of the sport. First Aid accreditation. Working with children check. Work effectively as a member of an enthusiastic team. Willingness to invest and embrace the culture of the College. Strong communication skills. Committed to working in a high‑performing and fast‑paced environment. About Newington College Newington College, a boys’ school with four vibrant campuses across Sydney, is committed to developing young men who learn with curiosity and rigor, who have open minds and who strive to be their best in everything they do. Preparing boys for the complexities of the future is at the heart of the College’s vision: To provide an internationally respected education that encourages boys to become men of substance and resilience who make an active and positive contribution to society. Newington was founded in 1863 and is a member of the GPS Association of NSW. We are associated with the Uniting Church and pride ourselves on our inclusive and diverse community. We are a comprehensive school and offer the Higher School Certificate, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program and VET pathways to boys in their senior years. Our prep schools at Lindfield and Stanmore are inspiring, energetic environments with programs designed to excite young minds. Through its wholehearted commitment to the best in education for boys, the school is devoted to the pursuit of excellence in all that a boy does and achieves. Each boy is valued for his unique capacity to contribute to the life of the College. Newington’s tradition of individuality, excellence and community are trademarks of its boys; it is the cornerstone on which our College was built and the heritage for its future. #J-18808-Ljbffr