Job Description
Summary:
Director of Sport needed at a thriving independent school. Lead and develop sport programs across all age groups.
About the School:
A school located in a beautiful rural setting, offering a strong sense of community and a commitment to academic and personal development. Sport is a central part of school life, with a focus on wellbeing and excellence.
The Opportunity:
As Director of Sport, you will provide strategic leadership for a comprehensive sporting program spanning Pre-Prep to Sixth Form. This is a unique opportunity to shape and drive a high-quality, inclusive, and aspirational sports provision, impacting student wellbeing, performance, and personal growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a clear vision for sport across all school stages
- Lead and manage the delivery of Academic PE and BTEC Sport at Key Stages 4 and 5
- Oversee a broad and inclusive co-curricular sports program
- Provide strategic leadership for specialist academies in Football, Swimming, Tennis, and Equestrianism
- Lead fixtures, competitions, and major sporting events
- Drive participation, performance, and pupil wellbeing through sport
- Lead and develop the PE and sports staff team
- Manage sports facilities, resources, and budget effectively
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Degree in Sport, Physical Education, or a related field, alongside QTS (or equivalent)
- Experience teaching Academic PE and/or BTEC Sport at KS4 and KS5
- Strong leadership experience within a school sports environment
- Ability to inspire, motivate, and lead both pupils and staff
- Excellent organisational, communication, and strategic thinking skills
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
Preferred
- Experience teaching a second subject
- Experience in developing elite sports pathways or academies
- Coaching qualifications
- Experience organising fixtures and large-scale sporting events
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive remuneration package
- Company pension scheme
- Company sick pay
- Life assurance (3x annual salary)
- Free lunch provided