St Stithians College is a proudly South African school that embraces diversity and offers a distinctive educational experience. Founded as a Methodist Church School, our Christian spirituality is central to our identity. Our College includes primary and secondary boys’ and girls’ schools, along with a co-educational junior primary school. We are an independent, non-profit institution located on an expansive green campus in Sandton, Johannesburg. In addition, St Stithians incorporates Kamoka Bush School near Modimolle, and the Thandulwazi Maths & Science Academy on our Campus. As a College, we are intent on Inspiring Excellence and Making a World of Difference.
GIRLS’ COLLEGE
Within the Girls’ College, we strive to produce confident young women who can lead lives of conviction and purpose.
The College’s Methodist focus offers our young women important guiding principles that enable this life of purpose, which is central to the Saints Honour Code: “Honour God, Honour others and Honour self”. The Girls’ College provides a safe, nurturing and inclusive community where young women are encouraged to explore, experiment and investigate.
Part-Time Basketball Coach
The College invites applications for the above-mentioned position, available from 1 January 2027. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced individuals who believe they have the required skills, passion and competencies to take on this position
Requirements:
- Proven performance of coaching and mentoring student athletes, including experience in the pastoral space
- Relevant sport-related qualifications
- Clearance from the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO) confirming no record of sexual offences against children and mentally impaired people or a valid police clearance certificate
- Ability to manage practices fixtures and work nights and/or weekends
- Conflict management skills
- Proven ability to work with diverse teams and/or a commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Understands and adheres to the by-laws, policies, procedures, regulations, and rules of St Stithians College
Responsibilities:
- Coach and mentor students during team practices through the planning and delivery of structured training sessions.
- Attend and provide coaching support to students at home and away fixtures, including tournaments, festivals, and other sporting events.
- Committed to the development of each player and helping students develop in the sport, and teaching good sportsmanship
- Must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills to develop effective working relationships with athletes, coaching staff, parents and staff that support athletics.
- Complete attendance registers at all practices and submit team lists timeously for fixtures to the relevant Teacher-in-Charge (TIC) of sport
- Write termly sport comments for students and submit timeously to Teacher-in Charge (TIC)
- Represent Girls’ College Sport at relevant sports trials when/where necessary as selectors and/or umpires
- Live out the Saints values while acting as role models to our students
To apply please click on the following link before the closing date of 21 October 2026 https://stithianjobs.mcidirecthire.com/
Applications received via email will not be considered. Applications must be done via the link above only.
The College reserves the right not to proceed with this post. Applications are invited from South African citizens. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment and failure to meet the minimum requirements of the advertised post will result in applications automatically disqualifying themselves from consideration
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
St Stithians College is unwavering in its commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We have a suite of robust policies and procedures, regularly reviewed and updated, to ensure a safe, secure, and positive environment where all students can thrive. If you are successful, you will be expected to adhere to and actively contribute to these safeguarding practices.
St Stithians College, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer
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