Graduate Athletic Development Coach 2026/27

Millfield School; England; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious academic institution in the UK is seeking Graduate Athletic Development Coaches for the 2026-2027 academic year. This role involves supporting the athletic development of students aged 13 to 18 through structured training aligned with the school's philosophy. Coaches will work both during the academic year and non-term time, with a competitive salary and benefits, including accommodation for onsite staff. Applications are open until early February 2026, and the institution is committed to diversity and safeguarding.

Benefits

Full board and lodgings for onsite staff

Formal personal development programme

Qualifications

• Must have a degree and a strong background in sports.
• Experience in coaching various sports is preferred.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support athletic development of students aged 13 to 18.
• Deliver training aligned with athletic development principles.
• Coach in various group settings.

Skills

Athletic training

Group coaching

Communication

Education

Graduate degree

Job description

We are seeking to employ Graduate Athletic Development Coaches for the 2026‑2027 academic year to contribute to our athletic development and boarding programmes.

Millfield is not like other schools and never has been. Founded in 1935, Millfield's vision is to be the world leader for the development of children. There are nearly 1300 students at the senior school (Year 9 to 18) and a further 450 students at the neighbouring Prep School. Millfield's size brings great opportunity, and the facilities are unmatched in the UK: an Olympic‑sized swimming pool, state‑of‑the‑art hockey/rugby/football pitches, golf courses, indoor centres for tennis, golf, cricket and an equestrian centre, concert hall, recording studio, theatre, art gallery, hi‑tech Science block and outstanding teaching facilities, and high‑quality boarding accommodation.

Responsibilities

The Graduate Athletic Development Coach will be responsible for supporting the athletic development of students aged 13 to 18. The Graduate Athletic Development Coach will deliver athletic training aligned with the school's athletic development principles and philosophy to students participating in a wide range of sports. The role will involve coaching in both large, medium, and small group settings.

Working Hours and Schedule

The posts run for a full academic year from September through June, with breaks for school holidays. Graduate Athletic Development Coaches will also be expected to work 2 weeks during non‑term time which typically occurs during late August to contribute to pre‑school training camps.

Graduates with onsite accommodation will work 39 hours per week which will be divided between athletic development and boarding commitments (an average of 6 hours per week on evening duties in the boarding programme and one weekend in three).

Salary and Benefits

Graduates with onsite accommodation will receive a salary of £15,843.11 per annum (inclusive of holiday pay) plus full board and lodgings (non‑monetary, to the value of £3,341.10 per annum). Graduates not living onsite will receive £19,676.16 per annum (inclusive of holiday pay).

There is a formal personal development programme provided as part of the placement opportunity which is overseen by the Head of Athletic Development and many expert staff within the department. This has a value of more than £2,500.

Application

To apply, please click the apply button, where you'll be able to complete our online application form. Closing date: Noon on 1st February 2026. Please note that applications will be considered on receipt, and as a result, the vacancy may close early should an appointment be made. As such, we would recommend submitting your application as soon as possible.

Safety & Commitment

Millfield School is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all. We are a community that celebrates diversity, supporting our pupils and employees to be brilliant as individuals.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Specific safeguarding responsibilities for this position are outlined in the job description. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks, including, but not limited to, Enhanced DBS clearance. All positions within the school are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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