Head of Water Polo (College and Prep)
Oakhill School
A co-educational day school situated in the beautiful town of Knysna, on the Garden Route, is seeking to appoint a dynamic, passionate and experienced Head of Water Polo to lead and grow the water polo programme. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual that is committed to developing players, building a strong sporting culture and elevating performance across all age groups.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage the full water polo programme from junior to senior teams
- Plan and implement a clear vision and strategic direction for water polo at Oakhill
- Coach and mentor players, fostering both performance and personal development
- Support, develop and guide coaching staff, ensuring alignment with programme goals
- Coach teams, including a 1st team in the College
- Organise fixtures, tours and festival participation
- Coordinate and elevate the Oakhill Waterfront Chukka Festivals, ensuring they remain high-quality, competitive and well-managed events
- Build strong relationships with the water polo community
The following competencies and knowledge will be an added advantage:
- A proven track record in coaching water polo and festival coordinating
- Relevant water polo qualifications and significant experience
- Strong leadership, organizational and administrative skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
- A passion for sports and education, with the ability to inspire and motivate students
- Willingness to adapt and manage change within the sporting curriculum
- Coach a winter sport as part of our co-curricular programme
The following additional skills would be an advantage:
- SACE (South African Council for Educators) accreditation
- The ability to teach in the College (High School)
- The ability to work in the fundraising and sponsorship space
- The ability to support or run additional festivals and tournaments
- The ability to assist and/or manage the aquatic facilities
Please submit a CV with a covering letter on the Google Form link:
https://forms.gle/xmTHZ2UGkQc1LgkJ6
The closing date for applications is Friday 29 May 2026. The starting date for this position is 1 September 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from the school by Friday 6 June 2026 your application can be considered unsuccessful.
Oakhill School is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity and diversity in accordance with the Employment Equity Act.
Prospective employees are obliged to confirm prior to employment that they have not been convicted of a sexual and/or criminal offence by providing the following current certificates: Criminal Clearance, Sexual Offenders Clearance and Child Protection Clearance Oakhill School, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role.
All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but will be used in the recruitment, selection, and reporting process.
By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.
Oakhill School, a leading independent co‑educational day school, is seeking independent, part‑time SPORTS COACH SERVICE PROVIDERS to support our growing Prep School (Grade 1–7) sports programme.
External Sport Coaches skilled or have experience in one or mor of the following codes Soccer, Hockey, Rugby, Netball, Athletics, Cricket, Tennis, Water Polo should apply.
This is more than just coaching sport. It is an opportunity to help shape a vibrant sporting culture where children develop confidence, character, resilience, and a lifelong love for movement.
External Sports Coaches (Prep)
Soccer, Hockey, Rugby, Netball, Athletics, Cricket, Tennis, Water Polo
We are looking to contract part‑time coaching service providers across sporting codes who can meet children at their level of development and inspire them through every phase of their sporting journey.
The ideal service provider:
- Has experience coaching or working within a school environment
- Brings positive energy and professionalism
- Values relationships and athlete‑centred coaching
- Understands long‑term athlete development
- Wants to contribute to a modern and forward‑thinking sports culture
- Believes sport can be a powerful platform for growth and character development
Please submit a proposal and CV with a covering letter on the Google Form link:
https://forms.gle/DA7SCyHm5rs6r8FM9
The closing date for applications is Monday 1 June 2026. The anticipated start date for this service contract is August 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. Only short‑listed candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from the school by 8 June 2026 your application can be considered unsuccessful.
Oakhill School engages external service providers on a contractual basis and is committed to fairness, equity and diversity in its procurement and engagement processes.
Prospective coaching service providers are required to confirm that all individuals who will deliver services at the school have not been convicted of a sexual and/or other relevant criminal offence and will, prior to commencement of services, provide current Criminal Clearance, Sexual Offenders Clearance and Child Protection Clearance certificates in accordance with the School’s requirements.
Oakhill School, in line with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) will attempt to ensure the confidentiality of all applicants for this role. All reasonable measures will be in place to protect personal information but it will be used in the recruitment, selection and reporting process. By submitting your application for this position, you are recognising and accepting this disclaimer.
