Discovery College is searching for a Sports Coordinator aimed at further supporting the continued success and ongoing growth and development of the Discovery College sports programme
The Sports Coordinator is a strategic role aimed at further supporting the continued success and ongoing growth and development of the Discovery College sports programme. The Sports Coordinator will oversee both our team-based Cobra Sports programme and our developmental programmes, maximising engagement in sports to support a healthy lifestyle, developing specialist sporting and collaboration skills, and supporting our school’s elite athletes. The Sports Coordinator is a leader within the College, instrumental to the continued development and implementation of the College’s purpose, values and strategic priorities. We are looking for someone enthusiastic, creative, and innovative, who is excited about the opportunity to grow an already successful programme into something world-class.
Main Accountabilities
Strategic Leadership
Lead Discovery College’s team-based Cobra Sports programme and developmental programmes.
Create a clear vision to continually enhance and expand our sports offerings, and to communicate these effectively across our community.
Liaise with College leadership and the CCA Coordinator to align with experiential learning principles.
Oversee staffing and financial resource allocation, managing the annual sports budget.
Student Development & Wellbeing
Foster holistic student development, resilience, teamwork, and personal wellbeing through sports.
Promote inclusive and accessible participation across all student ability levels.
Engage with the student Sports Council and support Cobra Media Team publications.
Track participation and performance data to inform continuous programme improvement.
Report engagement trends and student outcomes to the Deputy Head of College.
Communications
Collaborate with Communications to share match results, newsletters, and social media updates.
Maintain the school sports calendar and content for newsletters, the College’s website, and our Annual Report.
Build external partnerships with local sports clubs, universities, and our wider alumni network.
Logistics Support
Represent Discovery College in the wider sporting community within ESF and HK, and liaise with outside organisations (e.g. WAOS, HKSI) as needed to ensure opportunities for our teams and individual athletes.
Coordinate training and competition schedules for ISSFHK, HKSSF, ESF leagues, and ACAMIS.
Manage sports facilities, external venue bookings, and participant transportation.
Lead the recruitment, onboarding, and scheduling of coaching staff and match officials.
Direct PE administrative assistants alongside the Head of PE.
Oversee student team registration, eligibility checks, and regulatory compliance.
Health & Safety Oversight
Establish and enforce safety protocols and risk assessments for facilities and events.
Ensure full compliance with emergency procedures and safeguarding responsibilities.
Additional Responsibilities
Maintain up to a 50% teaching load in either the Primary or Secondary sector.
Carry out additional duties as assigned by the Principal or Deputy Head of College.
Personal Specifications
Personal Skills and Abilities
Strong interpersonal, communication, and decision-making skills.
Creative, positive, student-centred approach to sports development and wellbeing.
Effective problem-solving, negotiation, and organizational abilities.
Knowledge and Experience
EDB registered teacher (or eligible) in Hong Kong.
Strong knowledge of sports education and coaching best practices.
Reporting relationship
Deputy Head of College –> Principal
Notes:
Tenure : Two-Year Renewable teaching contract with One (1) Year Renewable TLR2
Eligibility : Must be a certified teacher eligible for registration with the Hong Kong Education Bureau
Application process
Applicants will be required to submit a CV and Cover letter that includes:
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