Resident Sports Assistant (Hockey/Netball/Tennis)

TN United Kingdom; Radstock; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a distinguished independent school nestled in beautiful grounds. As a Resident Sports Assistant, you'll have the chance to inspire and coach students in Hockey, Netball, or Tennis while enjoying on-site accommodation and meals. This role not only offers a pro-rata salary but also provides ample professional development opportunities, including lifeguarding and minibus training. Join a supportive team dedicated to fostering students' growth and well-being, and be part of a vibrant educational community that values hard work and enthusiasm.

Benefits

On-site accommodation with meals

Complimentary gym access

Indoor swimming pool access

CPD opportunities

Supportive staff team

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching sports: Hockey, Netball, or Tennis.
• Relevant University degree or seeking placement opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Support and encourage pupils in sports activities.
• Contribute to the school's wider-curricular programme.

Skills

Coaching Hockey

Coaching Netball

Coaching Tennis

Driving Minibus

Working with Children

Education

Relevant University Degree

Job description

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Client:

Downside School

Location:

Radstock, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

10.05.2025

Expiry Date:

24.06.2025

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Job Description:

Are you a recent Graduate, currently seeking an Undergraduate placement and looking for a great opportunity to develop your skills or simply looking for an exciting career change? Would you like to be part of a team committed to providing support and an enthusiastic, positive attitude to the pupils of Downside School?

Have experience in coaching any one or more of these sports: Hockey, Netball or Tennis.

Have a relevant University degree or seeking a placement opportunity as part of your Undergraduate degree course.

Are confident and willing to drive the School minibus (Full MiDAS training provided).

Are passionate about working with children in an educational setting.

Have an ability to contribute significantly to the schools wider-curricular programme.

Are committed to their own professional development.

Pastoral work as a House Assistant:

There may be an opportunity to take on a supported House Assistant role within a boarding house which gives a valuable opportunity to experience the boarding life of the school. This would involve 2 evenings a week. If this is a role that interests you, please express your interest in your application. This role attracts a Downside allowance of £2,522 (1.0 point) per annum, pro rata.

We can offer our Resident Sports Assistants:

On-site accommodation with all meals provided during term time.

A pro-rata salary of £14,229.13. For 10 months of work, the salary will be split across 10 equal monthly payments.

Complimentary access to the gym, indoor swimming pool, and sports facilities.

A stunning work environment set in beautiful grounds located close to Bath.

Plenty of CPD opportunities to include lifeguarding and minibus training (subject to the age of applicants at the time of appointment).

Opportunities for pastoral and wider-curricular involvement.

Motivated and hard-working pupils who are keen to strive.

A supportive, skilled, and innovative staff team.

How to Apply

CVs are not accepted; applications must be completed in full to include your full employment and education history. Please provide contact details for referees to cover the last 5 years, this must include your current and/or most recent employer if you have worked.

Following this, shortlisted candidates will then be invited to visit Downside School for a practical lesson, a tour of the School and sports facilities, and a discussion about whether you are interested in a House Assistant role. There will also be an opportunity to meet pupils, the sports team, and other colleagues.

Closing date for applications: 21st May 2025

Proposed Interview date: Week commencing 2nd June 2025

NB: We may close the post earlier if sufficient suitable applications are received, therefore an early application is encouraged. Downside School reserves the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date.

Downside is an independent, co-educational boarding and day school for pupils aged 11 to 18 and one of Englands oldest and most distinguished Catholic schools. The school is situated at the foot of the Mendip Hills, twelve miles south of the city of Bath. This is an exciting prospect for someone who is a graduate with an interest in entering the teaching profession or who is looking for professional experience before following a career outside education.

Downside School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the DBS. We are an equal opportunities employer.By car, we are within 40 minutes of Bristol, 30 minutes of Bath and 15 minutes of Wells.

Registered Company No. 11751009 and Registered Charity No: 1184700