Assistant Director of Sport

TES FE News; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious girls' school in London seeks a dedicated teacher for physical education. The role involves developing and delivering the PE curriculum for students from Key Stage 3 to 5, alongside fostering a passion for sports through excellent coaching and leadership. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a commitment to extracurricular activities. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salaries and pay progression

Access to extensive professional development

GDST Flexible Pension Plan

Training grants for qualifications

Discount on fees for children

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering PE to students from Key Stage 3 to 5.
• Commitment to co-curricular sport and willingness to attend evening and weekend activities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and delivery of the PE curriculum.
• Support the running and coordination of the department.
• Help maintain a sporting provision for students.

Skills

Motivation

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher with a passion for sport to help shape and deliver an ambitious physical education provision at Wimbledon High School.

Working closely with the Director of Sport, you will oversee the development and delivery of the PE curriculum, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning and assessment. With additional responsibility for academic PE, you will help maintain a sporting provision that equips students with the confidence, skills and expertise they need to succeed. Additionally, you will support the day-to-day running and coordination of the department, including examination entry, staffing and cover arrangements, and timetabling. You will also play a key role in the continued growth and success of sport at Wimbledon High, fostering a culture of participation and excellence in our vibrant co-curricular provision.

Responsibilities

We are looking for a highly motivated teacher with experience in delivering PE to students from Key Stage 3 to 5. Excellent professional and subject knowledge is essential, along with a commitment to co-curricular sport and a willingness to attend after school/weekend practices and fixtures. Excellent leadership, communication and teamwork skills will also be essential for success in this role.

Sport at Wimbledon High School

Sport is an integral part of life at Wimbledon High School and we have impressive facilities to match our ambitions for our students. Inspiring teaching and coaching at all levels ensures each girl is supported to reach her potential, whilst enjoying the benefits of an active lifestyle.

On the main school site we have a 25m swimming pool, sports hall with cricket nets, a fully equipped gym and designated space for strength and conditioning. Our sportsground, the original home of the All England Club, has numerous tennis/netball courts, a full size astro pitch for hockey and football, cricket nets and excellent athletics facilities.

About The School

Since 1880, Wimbledon High School GDST has been educating girls to go out into the world and make a difference. Our acclaimed pastoral programme GROW, enriching co-curricular opportunities, character-forging partnerships and our 'playful scholarship' approach to academic life make for a compelling environment where every individual can flourish and be herself. Located in the heart of Wimbledon, we are less than 20 minutes from central London.

Benefits

As part of the Girls' Day School Trust, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as:

• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities
• GDST Flexible Pension Plan (Details from: https://workplace.aviva.co.uk/gdst/)
• Training grants for qualifications
• Free life assurance benefit
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
• A Cycle to Work scheme

For further details and to apply for this position please click the apply button.

The closing date for applications is 9.00am on Monday 6th October 2025.

Interviews will take place on Monday 13th October 2025.

The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening including online searches will apply to this post.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. To be eligible for employment, candidates must provide proof of their right to work in the UK.