Graduate Assistant - Sport

KINGS COLLEGE SCHOOL; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player invites applications for sport graduate assistants to enhance their renowned Games and PE provision. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in a vibrant school community, focusing on inspiring students to reach their sporting potential. Candidates should possess expertise in core sports and a commitment to pastoral care, contributing to a thriving co-curricular program. With exceptional facilities and a strong emphasis on professional development, this position promises to be a rewarding step in your career journey.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in leading and supporting Games and PE provision.
• Eagerness to inspire and support all pupils to reach their sporting potential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of outstanding Games and PE provision.
• Contribute significantly to coaching sports teams and delivering training programs.

Skills

Expertise in core sports

Leadership in Games and PE

Pastoral care

Teamwork

Interest in athletic development

Education

Degree in Sports Science or related field

Job description

Start Date: September 2025

We are excited to invite applications for sport graduate assistants to assist with the delivery of our outstanding Games and PE provision from September 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to gain early career experience in one of the UK’s leading sporting schools, and within a warm and dynamic school community.

The post is suited to candidates with the ability to extend, challenge and develop our most able performers, and who possess the ability to inspire and nurture a love for sport in every pupil in the school.

All successful candidates will be expected to make a significant contribution to both the delivery of PE and the coaching of sports teams. They should have significant expertise in at least one of our core sports (rugby, netball, hockey, rowing, football, cricket and tennis). An interest in athletic development and/or one or more of our non-core sports – such as badminton, basketball, golf, squash, swimming, table tennis and water polo – is also advantageous, as is the ability and willingness to take the lead on delivering a programme of training and fixtures for one of these sports.

This is a full-time position, initially on a fixed-term basis for one year, with a possibility of extension for a second year.

Person Specification

• The post will suit someone who has:
• A genuine interest in leading and supporting Games and PE provision
• An eagerness to inspire and support all pupils to flourish and reach their sporting potential
• Expertise in at least one core sport (rugby, netball, hockey, rowing, football, cricket and tennis)
• A desire to enrich the sporting experience of pupils during the school day, at weekends and during school holidays
• Strong pastoral instincts and a commitment to excellent pastoral care and safeguarding for all pupils
• A desire to contribute to the school’s thriving cocurricular programme
• An ability to work well with others
• A personal commitment to ongoing professional development

The following would be advantageous:

Prior experience of working in a secondary school environment or with secondary age pupils

An interest in athletic development and/or one or more of our non-core sports – such as badminton, basketball, golf, squash, swimming, table tennis and water polo, and the ability and willingness to take the lead on delivering a programme of training and fixtures for one of these sports.

King’s is one of the most successful schools in the world, with outstanding academic results, first-class pastoral care and a vibrant co-curriculum. Overlooking Wimbledon Common, the school is situated in one of the most attractive parts of south east England and benefits from exceptional grounds and facilities.

To apply for this role, please register your details online via our website (under useful information / career opportunities). Once you have registered your details with us, you can apply for vacancies by logging into the candidate area using your email address and chosen password. You will be asked to fill an online application form, upload a CV and provide a cover letter.

Closing date: Friday 16th May 2025 at 9am

Interviews: Week commencing 19th May 2025

Early applications are encouraged; interviews may be staged and we may choose to appoint at any time during the application process.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

King’s is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare ofchildren and expects all staff 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. King’s College School is fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusivity in its recruitment of teaching and support staff.