Pinnacle College seeks Sports Coordinator by 25 October 2025

Pinnacle College Raslouw – Preparatory is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Sports Coordinator to join their team. This mid-senior level role, with a closing date of 25 October 2025, involves managing the full sports programme, organising events, coaching various disciplines, and teaching Physical Education to Grade 1 to 7 students. If you possess a passion for sports, excellent organisational skills, and a relevant qualification, this could be a fantastic opportunity for you to contribute to a vibrant educational environment.

Detailed vacancy information

• Job title: Sports Coordinator
• Division: Pinnacle College
• Business unit: Pinnacle College Raslouw – Preparatory
• Closing date: 25 October 2025
• Minimum experience: Mid-Senior, requiring at least 3 years in a similar role
• Company primary industry: Education Management
• Job functional area: Education
• Key duties include:
  • Controlling the overall Sports Programme.
  • Controlling and managing Sports Events, including official league matches, interhouse, and internal events.
  • Coaching in various sporting disciplines.
  • Liaising effectively with parents, students, and campus visitors.
  • Budgeting and management of sports equipment.
  • Management of sports coaches.
  • Acting as a Physical Education Teacher for Grade 1 to 7 students.
• Essential competencies, skills, and requirements:
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, students, and parents.
  • Energetic, self-motivated, and capable of using own initiative.
  • Good organisational and administrative skills.
  • Proficiency in computer literacy.
  • A strong team player.
  • First Aid Training is required.
  • Willingness to accompany teams to sporting fixtures.
  • Skilled in coaching and refereeing/umpiring.
• Required qualifications:
  • A recognised Degree and/or a Diploma in Sports Management, or a Teaching Qualification with Physical Education as a completed subject.
  • SACE registration would be advantageous.
• Experience required:
  • A minimum of 3 years’ experience in the same or a similar type of position and environment.
  • Ability to coach various sports is essential.
  • Proven experience in the organisation of sporting events.
• Institution details:
  • School: Pinnacle College Raslouw – Preparatory
  • Employer: ADvTECH
  • Application Portal: ADvTECH Career Portal
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A simple summary of the vacancy

This exciting Sports Coordinator role at Pinnacle College Raslouw – Preparatory offers a dynamic opportunity for an experienced professional to lead and manage the school’s entire sports programme. You will be responsible for overseeing all sporting events, from official league matches to internal school competitions, ensuring they run smoothly and effectively. A significant part of the role also involves coaching students in various sports and actively teaching Physical Education to students from Grade 1 to Grade 7.

Beyond the direct teaching and coaching, the position requires strong administrative capabilities, including budgeting for and managing sports equipment, as well as supervising other sports coaches. You will be the primary liaison for sports-related matters, engaging with parents, students, and visitors. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, computer literate, and a proactive team player who is willing to accompany teams to various fixtures. First Aid training is a must, alongside proven skills in coaching and refereeing or umpiring. This is a unique opportunity for someone passionate about sports education and keen to make a significant impact on young students’ athletic development, blending both administrative and hands-on teaching jobs responsibilities.

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How to apply for this post

To express your interest in this Sports Coordinator position, please follow these steps:

• Click on the dedicated application link: Sports Coordinator at ADvTECH.
• You will be directed away from the ISASA website to the ADvTECH Career Portal.
• If you do not already have an account on the ADvTECH portal, you will need to register on their website to submit your application.
• Please note that there is no requirement to register on the ISASA site to apply for this vacancy.

Questions you might have before applying

• Q: What are the primary responsibilities of the Sports Coordinator?
  A: The role primarily involves controlling the sports programme and events, coaching various disciplines, managing sports equipment and coaches, liaising with stakeholders, and teaching Physical Education to Grade 1 to 7 students.
• Q: Is teaching Physical Education a significant part of this role?
  A: Yes, being a Physical Education Teacher for Grade 1 to 7 is explicitly listed as one of the key duties, making this a blend of sports management and active teaching.
• Q: What qualifications are essential for this position?
  A: You must have a recognised Degree or Diploma in Sports Management, or a Teaching Qualification with Physical Education as a subject.
• Q: Is SACE registration compulsory?
  A: While SACE registration is not compulsory, it would be considered advantageous for your application.
• Q: How much experience is required?
  A: A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar sports management or coordination role within an educational environment is necessary.
• Q: What personal attributes are they looking for in a candidate?
  A: They are looking for someone energetic, self-motivated, a good communicator, highly organised, computer literate, and a strong team player.
• Q: Are there any specific training requirements?
  A: Yes, First Aid Training is required for this role.
• Q: Will I need to travel with school teams?
  A: Yes, a willingness to accompany teams to sporting fixtures is a requirement of the position.
• Q: What kind of sports expertise is needed?
  A: The ability to coach various sports is essential, along with skills in refereeing or umpiring.
• Q: How can I make my application stand out?
  A: Highlight your comprehensive experience in both sports administration and coaching, particularly any experience with primary school age groups. Emphasise your organisational skills, communication abilities, and any First Aid certification. Being SACE registered would also be an advantage.
• Q: Who is the employer for this vacancy?
  A: The employer is ADvTECH, and the specific role is for Pinnacle College Raslouw – Preparatory.
• Q: What is the closing date for applications?
  A: Applications must be submitted by 25 October 2025.