Deputy Director of Sport

Wimbledon High School; Wimbledon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading girls' school in England is seeking a dynamic Deputy Director of Sport to lead an inclusive sports department. The role includes overseeing student participation, coordinating fixtures, and providing staff development. Ideal candidates will have a strong teaching background and a passion for inspiring students in sports. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities are offered, with a closing date for applications on 1st December 2025.

Benefits

Competitive salaries and pay progression

Access to extensive professional development opportunities

GDST Flexible Pension Plan

Training grants for qualifications

Free life assurance benefit

Discount on fees for children at GDST schools

Interest free loans for training and computer purchases

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Dynamic and collaborative teacher and coach with a passion for sport.
• Experience in leading a sports department and mentoring staff.
• Ability to inspire students from beginner to elite levels.

Responsibilities

• Help lead the sports department, fostering participation and performance.
• Coordinate fixtures and development for students and staff.
• Shape an inclusive and ambitious sports program.

Job description

Overview

Required: April or September 2026 At Wimbledon High, movement matters. From the first PE lesson to senior team fixtures, every girl is encouraged to discover the confidence, connection and joy that sport can bring. As Deputy Director of Sport, you will help to lead a department that believes in both participation and performance, ensuring that every student, from beginner to elite, feels supported, challenged and inspired. Our provision spans U12 A-H Netball and U12 A-F Hockey teams alongside regional and national success across disciplines including swimming, cross country and on the river. Working alongside the Director of Sport and Head of Performance Sport, you will play a key role in shaping our inclusive and ambitious programme, supporting outstanding teaching, coordinating fixtures and staff development, and nurturing a love of being active that lasts long after the girls leave WHS. This is an opportunity for a dynamic, collaborative teacher and coach who understands that great sport builds confidence, community, and courage. If that sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

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 tickets
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Competitive terms and conditions of employment

Additional Details

For further details and an application form please click the apply button. The closing date will be 9.00am on Monday 1st December 2025. Interviews will take place on Tuesday 9th December 2025. 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. 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.

Notes

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 tickets