Director of Sport

Cane Creek Publishers, LLC.; Sandhurst; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exceptional opportunity awaits at a leading prep school in Sandhurst for a passionate Director of Sport. This role offers the chance to lead a vibrant sports programme, fostering excellence and personal growth among students aged 3 to 13. As a key figure in shaping the future of sports at the school, you will deliver outstanding PE lessons, manage fixtures, and collaborate with staff and external partners. Join a supportive community that values commitment to children's welfare and offers a competitive salary with numerous benefits. If you are ready to inspire the next generation of athletes, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Free lunch while on duty

Subsidised gym membership

Pension scheme contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Fee remission

Free parking

Access to health cash plan

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering exceptional PE and sports lessons.
• Expertise in at least two core sports such as football or rugby.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding PE and sports lessons to students aged 3–13.
• Organise and manage fixtures, tournaments, and logistics.
• Oversee timetabling, staff allocation, and team coaching.

Skills

PE and sports lesson delivery

Leadership and management

Interpersonal skills

Expertise in core sports

Job description

Set in 32 acres of stunning countryside nestled in the heart of Sandhurst, Wellington College Prep is one of the leading Prep Schools in the UK with state-of-the-art facilities, boasting a proud history alongside a progressive and exciting approach to education, to encourage pupils to learn for life and constantly evolving to embrace new ideas to enable our pupils to be the best they can be.

Wellington College Prep School is seeking a passionate, dynamic, and inspiring Director of Sport to lead our vibrant and successful sports programme. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of sport at one of the UK’s leading prep schools, fostering a culture of excellence, participation, and personal growth for every child.

You will join on a Full Time, Permanent basis, and in return we will offer you a competitive salary and benefits package which includes a free lunch whilst on duty, subsidised membership to the Wellington Health & Fitness Club, contribution to our personal pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity / Paternity scheme, cycle to work scheme, fee remission, free parking and access to a health cash plan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Senior Deputy Head, your responsibilities will include:
• Delivering outstanding PE and sports lessons to students aged 3–13.
• Organising and managing fixtures, tournaments, and logistics.
• Overseeing timetabling, staff allocation, and team coaching.
• Line-managing the Head of PE and Sports Administrator.
• Collaborating with Wellington College staff and external partners.

What We Are Looking For:

Essential

• A proven track record of delivering exceptional PE and sports lessons.
• Expertise in at least two core sports (e.g., football, rugby, netball, hockey, or cricket).
• Experience of, or strong aspirations for, leadership and management roles.
• A dynamic, flexible, and professional character with excellent interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• Officiating qualifications and experience managing budgets.
• The ability to thrive under pressure and a meticulous attention to detail.

Applications:

Please apply directly via our recruitment website Careers | Wellington College Prep Careers, partial applications via job boards will not be accepted.

Closing Date:

21st February

Start Date:

September 2025

Interviews:

W/C 3rd March

So, if you are committed to contributing towards the School community, think you’ve got what it takes to perform exceptionally in this role and would like to join our team, please apply now.

Wellington College Prep is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK and must be able to produce supporting documents.