Closing Date: 5 October 2025
Location: Lynnwood Glen, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Company: St Alban’s College
Position:
Basketball High-Performance Coach
Date of Commencement:
1 January 2026
Position Overview:
St Alban’s College is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Basketball High-Performance Coach to lead our college basketball program. The ideal candidate will have a deep knowledge of basketball, a passion for developing student-athletes, and a commitment to fostering a competitive and positive team culture. This role requires a coach who can teach fundamental and advanced basketball skills while instilling values of sportsmanship, teamwork, and discipline.
Responsibilities:
Coaching & Player Development:
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Plan, organise, and conduct practices and games.
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Develop and implement effective offensive and defensive strategies.
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Provide individual and team instruction to improve skills, conditioning, and game performance.
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Promote a positive and inclusive team environment.
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Assist with the organisation of tours for all age groups.
Team & Program Management:
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Oversee all aspects of the basketball program.
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Coordinate with the Director of Sport for scheduling, transportation, and facility use.
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Manage the program budget and inventory of equipment and uniforms.
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Ensure compliance with all school, district, and league rules and regulations.
Administrative & Community Engagement:
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Communicate effectively with players, parents, school staff, and the community.
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Organise and run trials and team selection processes.
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Participate in fundraising activities and community events to support the program.
Qualifications:
Experience:
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Proven experience as a basketball coach at a senior school, club, or university level.
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Success in player development and team management.
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Strong understanding of basketball fundamentals, strategies, and techniques.
Skills:
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Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
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Ability to motivate and inspire young athletes.
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Strong organisational and time-management skills.
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Knowledge of athletic training, injury prevention, and sports psychology.
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Excellent administration skills.
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Ability to work closely with other sporting codes for the benefit of student-athletes.
Education & Certifications:
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Bachelor’s degree (preferred).
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Valid coaching certification.
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Clean background check required.
Application Process:
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To Apply: Email your letter of application, CV (max two pages), and referees to:
📧 hr@stalbanscollege.com
Subject/Reference: BAS2025
Important Notes:
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Closing Date: 5 October 2025.
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Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from the College within three weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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St Alban’s College reserves the right to not fill this position.
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An application does not guarantee an interview.
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