Sports Pastoral Officer - Strength and Conditioning

Summary:

Sports Pastoral Officer - Strength and Conditioning role available at a leading Catholic boarding school.

About the School:

A school located in a beautiful Yorkshire valley, offering a culturally diverse and inclusive environment. It fosters personal growth, academic excellence, and a strong sense of community through Benedictine values and a wide range of extracurricular activities.

The Opportunity:

This is an exciting opportunity for a graduate with a passion for Athletic Development and Strength and Conditioning. The role involves delivering movement literacy and strength and conditioning programs for students, supporting high performance pathways, and contributing to a thriving sporting culture. This is an ideal role for someone looking to build a career in sports development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strength and conditioning programs for students across all levels.
• Deliver individual and team-based training sessions tailored to specific sports and performance goals.
• Support high performance students in their athletic development and pathway planning.
• Collaborate with the Games Department to enhance the school’s sporting program and facilities.
• Assist with pastoral duties in the boarding houses and across the school.
• Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to support student needs.
• Promote movement literacy and athletic development across the school community.
• Contribute to the delivery of a varied and inclusive sporting program that caters to all abilities.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Graduate with a focus on Athletic Development or related field.
• Strong knowledge of strength and conditioning principles and practices.
• Ability to work effectively with students of all ages and abilities.
• Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive sporting environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Preferred

• Experience in Athletic Development or Movement Literacy.
• Previous coaching or sports development experience.
• Interest in gaining Level 3 or Level 5 coaching qualifications.
• Familiarity with Benedictine values and community-based education.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and full-board accommodation.
• Access to an on-site gym and subsidised gym membership.
• Opportunities for professional development and qualification progression.
• Pension scheme and employee assistance programme.
• Generous staff discount and free meal during working hours.