Wembley College: Sports Organiser (Greytown) at Plennegy Group

Description

• Wembley College is a leading, English Medium, co-educational, independent school situated on a beautiful campus amongst the rolling hills of Greytown in the KwaZulu Natal Midlands. An hour from Pietermaritzburg and an hour from Ballito makes for an ideal ‘country school’ within easy striking distance of a Central Business District and the warm KwaZulu Natal coast. Founded in 1997, the school enters candidates for the Cambridge Examinations that are set externally and recognised worldwide.
• The following opportunity is available: Sports Organiser.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Sports Coordination & Administration

• Develop and implement a strategic sports plan for middle school.
• Organize fixtures, tournaments, and sports festivals in collaboration with other schools and leagues.
• Maintain accurate sports calendars and communicate updates via school platforms (e.g., D6, Google Calendar).
• Manage logistics: transport bookings, equipment, and venue arrangements.
• Collect and track data for house points, results, and awards.
• Ensure compliance with safety and health standards during sports activities.

Coaching & Student Development

• Provide hands-on coaching for selected sports teams.
• Support coaches with training and development opportunities.
• Promote participation and teamwork among students.
• Assist in designing and implementing a dynamic Physical Education program.

Communication & Liaison

• Act as the primary contact for parents regarding sports events.
• Coordinate with teachers, coaches, and grounds staff for smooth operations.
• Prepare and distribute letters, alerts, and team lists promptly.

Marketing & Events Support (Optional/Secondary)

• Capture and share sports event highlights for school marketing.
• Assist with school functions and parent engagement activities.

Teaching Responsibilities (Limited Role)

• Teach Physical Education classes as scheduled.
• Contribute to student well-being through active participation in the academic environment.

Requirements
REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• Minimum - Matric.
• Ideal - Degree/Diploma in Sports Science or Education.

Experience:

• Minimum - 2 years in sports coordination or coaching.
• Ideal - 3+ years.

Skills:

• Strong organizational, communication, and administrative skills.

Legal:

• Valid Driver’s License with PDP.

Other:

• Computer literacy.
• Ability to work evenings/weekends for events.