TIS-APP-004

Coaching Scholarship
Application Form

Overview

The Tasmanian Institute of Sport’s purpose is to develop world class athletes. To support this, the TIS is invested in identifying and supporting the next generation of coaches within Tasmania.

The Tasmanian Institute of Sport Coaching Centre, (TCC), is an exciting initiative with the specific goal of increasing and developing coaches within Tasmania.

The purpose of the TCC is the delivery of high-quality coach development learning and leadership opportunities supporting Tasmanian coaches.

Scholarship Details:

The three programs outlined below are designed in partnership with Women’s Sport and Recreation Tasmania (WSRT) Paralympics Australia (PA) and the TIS to support the system wide commitment in Australia’s High Performance 2032+ Strategy (HP 2032+ Strategy) and to identify and support the next generation of coaches within Tasmania.

The Para coaching scholarships are a new initiative which will run alongside the existing TCC and WRST coaching scholarship program ensuring Tasmania and Australian athletes have access to the best coaches as they prepare for Brisbane 2032.

The Para coaching scholarships are aimed to provide structured development and mentoring opportunities for current or new Tasmanian Para Sport coaches.

The WCS is targeted toward women who might not otherwise have access to high quality coach development and learning - through financial constraints or who are from rural/remote communities.

The TCC scholarship assists successful candidate/s to further their development and progression within the High-Performance sporting landscape.

There will be six scholarships available across the program, with each scholarship valued at $5,000.

Over a 12 month period each Scholarship will provide:

• Opportunities to enhance existing coaching knowledge, experience, and capability.

• Opportunities for networking and mentoring.

• Development and implementation of an individual coach development plan (this will include activities targeted to specific goals and identified gaps).

• Advice on contemporary and current trends in coaching science and practice.

• Access to intra and interstate activities including training camps and competitions, professional development, and observation of live coaching opportunities.

• Build skills to become a more confident coach in the high-performance environment.

• Access to key collaborative relationships and partners to create positive outcomes.

• Office space and related resources may be available at the TIS offices (Launceston and/or Hobart) on a casual basis. This will provide access to varied forms of coaching technology.

• TIS Manager, will provide support for each Scholarship holder.

Eligibility criteria:

• 18 years or over.

• The applicant is an Australian citizen or have been granted permanent resident status.

• The applicant has attained the minimum entry coaching qualification specific to their sport.

• The applicant has the support of the relevant State Sporting Organisation (SSO).

Scholarship obligations:

Before the scholarship can commence, the recipient must agree to the following terms:

• Currently active as a coach.

• Operate under the TIS Coaches Code of Conduct.

• Reside in Tasmania during the term of the scholarship.

• Develop Tasmanian athletes during the term of the scholarship.

• Work collaboratively and share learning and development experiences with other coaches.

• Willingness to participate in online coach learning and development activities.

• Work closely with the TIS Manager developing and implementing a specific twelve-month individual coach development plan.

• Hold a current Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People card.

• Complete Sport Integrity Australia’s (SIA) education modules:

• SIA Annual Update

• Completion of SIA Safeguarding

• Competition Manipulation & Sports Betting

• Introduction to Elicit Drugs in Sport

• The National Integrity Framework

• First Aid Certificate (desirable)
  

Application process:

All eligible applications will be assessed based on the applicant’s responses to the selection assessment and the supporting information provided. Meeting the eligibility criteria will not automatically result in a successful grant.

Applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application via email.

What does a successful application look like?

A successful application:

• Meets all aspects of the eligibility criteria.

• Demonstrates a clear and concise understanding of the purpose of the scholarship program.

• Shows that the activity to be undertaken with the scholarship funding aligns to the purpose of thescholarship program.

• Has clear well-structured answers to all the assessment questions.

• Contains, where requested, quality documented evidence to support your claims against theeligibility and/or assessment.

Confidentiality:

The Tasmanian Government may use and disclose the information provided by applicants for the purposes of discharging its respective functions under the Tasmanian Institute of Sport Scholarship guidelines and otherwise for the purposes of the program and related uses.

Administration and contact details:

The Tasmanian Institute of Sport Scholarship program will be administered by Tasmanian Institute of Sport through the Department of State Growth on behalf of The Crown in Right of Tasmania.

For further information or assistance please contact Stewart Pither on 0467 724 041 or general enquires (03) 6165 6630.

Personal Information Protection Statement
Personal information, including health, performance and sensitive information will be collected from you for the purpose of undertaking the Tasmanian Institute of Sport’s activities. Your personal information will be only used for the primary purpose for which it is collected and may be disclosed to contractors and agents of the Department of State Growth, the Australian Institute of Sport, Sport Integrity Australia or any other State, Territory or national sporting organisations or affiliated bodies, and other organisations authorised to collect, store, and use it. Your basic personal information may be disclosed to other public sector bodies where necessary for the efficient storage and use of the information. Personal information will be managed in accordance with the Personal Information Protection Act 2004 and may be accessed by providing a written request to the Department of State Growth and you may be charged a fee for this service.

Tasmanian Institute of Sport
(03) 6777 2828
PO Box 93, Prospect, Tasmania 7250

Coaching Scholarship
Application Form

Application Instructions:

Please complete the attached form below outlining your relevant experience and a detailed coaching resume along with a letter of support from your relevant State Sporting Organisation (SSO).

Applications must be received by close of business Friday 18 October 2024.

Personal Information Protection Statement
Personal information, including health, performance and sensitive information will be collected from you for the purpose of undertaking the Tasmanian Institute of Sport’s activities. Your personal information will be only used for the primary purpose for which it is collected and may be disclosed to contractors and agents of the Department of State Growth, the Australian Institute of Sport, Sport Integrity Australia or any other State, Territory or national sporting organisations or affiliated bodies, and other organisations authorised to collect, store, and use it. Your basic personal information may be disclosed to other public sector bodies where necessary for the efficient storage and use of the information. Personal information will be managed in accordance with the Personal Information Protection Act 2004 and may be accessed by providing a written request to the Department of State Growth and you may be charged a fee for this service.

Tasmanian Institute of Sport
(03) 6777 2828
PO Box 93, Prospect, Tasmania 7250