Director of Sport

The Boarding Schools' Association; Compton; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent educational institution is looking for a dynamic Director of Sport to lead the PE department. The role entails overseeing the school’s sporting provision and a full co-curricular program. Previous experience in teaching hockey is desirable, but applications are welcome from candidates with any sporting specialization. Commitment to nurturing talent and student welfare is essential. The position offers a competitive salary and is subject to a DBS check.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching hockey is desirable, but any sporting specialism is welcomed.
• The ability to lead the PE department effectively.
• Strong commitment to student welfare and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the school’s sporting provision and co-curricular activities.
• Lead and manage the PE department to achieve great results.
• Nurture talent within the sporting community of the school.

Skills

Dynamic leadership

Experience in teaching sports

Co-curricular program development

Job description

Closing Date: 28 January 2026
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Salary: Competitive
Employment Term: Full Time

DIRECTOR OF SPORT

Fulltime,competitive salary

We are looking for adynamic and experiencedDirector of Sport tolead our PE departmentat ourinspiring independent school.

The successful candidate willbe responsible forthe school’s sporting provision, including a full cocurricularprogramme.They will join a successful and well-regarded department with a reputation for achieving consistentlygood results.

Previousexperience teaching hockeyisdesirable, but we welcome applications from candidates with any sporting specialism.

‘They mean what they say about nurturing talent’ Good Schools Guide

Applications (by application form, CV and covering letter) are welcome as soon as possible and no later than 8.00am onWednesday 28 January 2026. Early applications arestronglyadvised, as we may choose to interview prior to the deadline if a suitable field of candidatespresent.

Prior’s Field Priorsfield Road Godalming Surrey GU7 2RH

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, youngpeopleand adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.This postis exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 andwill be subject to an enhanced DBS check.