Graduate Strength and Conditioning Coach

Rugby School; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious boarding school in England is seeking a full-time Graduate Teaching Assistant in Strength and Conditioning. The successful candidate will collaborate with the sports department to enhance athletic training and support various sports events. This unique opportunity includes mentorship within a highly regarded sports program and potential pathways to elite sports careers. The role starts January 2026 with competitive pay and varied weekly hours based on the school calendar.

Benefits

Work experience in a dynamic department

Regular training in sports coaching

Networking opportunities with professional sports organizations

Qualifications

• Experience in Strength and Conditioning coaching.
• Drive for research and sports provision.
• Ability to support athlete training programs.

Responsibilities

• Support the Sports department by planning and delivering the Strength and Conditioning programme.
• Assist with fixtures, tournaments, and training.
• Participate in the sport science delivery program.

Skills

Strength and Conditioning

Coaching

Sports provision

Job description

Organisation Rugby School Salary Competitive Location Rugby, Warwickshire Contract type Closing date 30 November 2025 Job Description Rugby School are looking to appoint a Graduate Teaching Assistant – Strength and Conditioning on a 24-month contract (January 2026 – December 2027).

Rugby School prides itself on having a forward thinking and dynamic sports department. Sport at Rugby School is at an all-time high and we are looking to complement our department with a Strength and Conditioning coach that shares our drive for research, coaching and sports provision.

The role is for a full time member of staff who will support the Sports department with planning and delivering our Strength and Conditioning programme. They will immerse themselves in life at a busy boarding school helping with fixtures, tournaments and training. They will be introduced into the sport science delivery program and support with analysis, athlete training programs and mentoring.

We pride ourselves on offering the successful candidate work experience in a vastly experienced department, alongside regular training in sports coaching, research and guiding aspiring athletes into the world of professional sports via our links with professional sports organisations. Previous graduates have gone on to complete masters and gain employment with elite sports clubs or lead S & C positions in independent schools.

The role will start on 8th January 2026 and is 50 hours per week and is for 35 weeks of the year (term time plus). Weekly hours may vary depending on our fixture calendar. Please read our Sports Department brief for full details of life in the sports department or contact for an informal discussion regarding the role.

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Closing date : 30th November 2025

PLEASE NOTE

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

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion / belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or age.

We have a comprehensive COVID-19 risk assessment for all on‑site working to ensure the health and safety of staff and pupils.

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