WE ARE HIRING! 2023 COACH INTERNSHIP

School of Hard Knocks (SoHK) uses touch rugby to help young people improve their wellbeing. Our philosophy is to create a fun and safe environment which offers emotional support and physical challenges to develop learners’ inner resources so that they grow in their ability to self assess, manage their emotions, and make better life choices.

The SoHK Schools programme is a 1 year intervention, working with groups of around 30

pupils in grade 9, in schools based predominantly in the CBD of Cape Town. We offer weekly life skills training through touch rugby coaching and mentoring.

The Role

As a SoHK intern Coach, you will be part of the team responsible for our frontline delivery. Reporting to your Team Leader, you will focus on delivering our award-winning life skills curriculum and mentoring young people, and will also have responsibilities within SoHK, designed to help the organisation grow

You will receive comprehensive training in trauma-informed mentoring and will be required to complete additional courses as part of your contract, including a first aid course.

The internship will last for 1 year, with opportunities for intern Coaches to take more senior roles within SoHK in 2024 and beyond, based on performance and the organisation’s growth.

Requirements

  • Grade 12

  • Proficient in spoken and verbal English skills

  • Demonstrated passion for sport and mental health

  • South African citizen

  • 18-25yrs old

  • For safeguarding reasons, a clear criminal record

  • Must be willing and able to travel to Cape Town CBD most days of the week

  • Experience in youth development is advantageous

  • You will need a growth mindset, always ready to accept new challenges and feedback

Rate of Pay

Starting at R3500 per month

Hours

20-24 hours p/week

Closing date

30 November 2022

Interested?

If you’d like to apply for this position please fill in the Form at this link:

I'd like to apply for the SoHK Coach Position


Lana Rolfe