Westlake Boys High School – Rowing Coach
Rowing Coach Positions (2x junior 1x senior programme)
Westlake Boys Rowing is based in Auckland on the North Shore. Westlake Boys Rowing has a strong rowing tradition and high-performance history. Our school Rowing programme has 80-90 competing boys, a school rowing sports academy and onsite fitness facilities to enable pursuit of performance and excellence.
Our mission is to: Build “Champions and Champion young men” through a culture people want to be a part of.
There are dual sites to row: Lake Pupuke and Hobsonville Point with ample water and quiet waterways allowing options in most weather conditions.
You will work alongside the other programme coaches and the Rowing Director.
This is an opportunity for a coach to work in either a junior environment of 20 boys who are first time rowers or in a senior program with 30 boys with 3-4 years’ experience.
The school is receptive to hearing from applicants:
– That may be looking for teaching positions.
– Those not in education who may wish to pick up additional work within school in the learning support department.
-a gap student from abroad looking for a year of overseas experience
-someone who would like to coach before or after work.
We are looking for someone:
-who is passionate about rowing and leads as a role model to inspire others.
– has a high level of commitment
-an eye and concept of the rowing stroke that aligns with the Westlake programme
-enjoys and wants young people to grow as athletes and people.
– a desire to see boys succeed on the water.
– wants to build further as a coach and is open to ongoing development.
– a communicator and team player.
The Role is: a commitment from September – March,
– coaching 4 water sessions a week (includes 1 weekend day)
-working with other programme coaches.
– contributes to driving a culture for excellence
-attend regattas, camps, and weekly trainings.
– bring their ideas and strengths to strengthen the programme.
Please contact: -Jo Shotter, Westlake Boys High School Rowing Director at [email protected]
Interested Candidates to provide a covering letter and CV. RSVP by July 20th.
Club / School: Westlake Boys High School
Contact: [email protected]
Application Dates: From Friday 23rd June 2023 to Thursday 20th July 2023
