Head of Football

Gordon's School; Woking; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading non-selective boarding school in England is seeking a Head of Football to enhance its sports program. The successful candidate will be passionate about football, fostering participation across all year groups, especially for girls. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are essential. The position is term-time only, starting in September 2026 or earlier, offering a competitive salary and benefits such as complimentary meals and professional development opportunities. Applications must be submitted using the application form.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Well-resourced facilities

Complimentary lunch

Access to on-site fitness centre

Generous support for professional development

Qualifications

• Passionate about developing football for all ages and abilities.
• Ability to drive football performance and participation.
• Experience in leadership roles within sports.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a football program for students.
• Promote and cultivate an inclusive environment for girls' football.
• Manage the football team and engage with the school community.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

High energy levels

Good interpersonal skills

Job description

Head of Football

Competitive Salary Term Time Required for September 2026 or earlier

GORDON’S SCHOOL West End Surrey GU24 9PT Tel: [phone]

Head Teacher: Mr Andrew Moss Head Teacher's PA: Mrs Jacqui George

Email: [e-mail]

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join the middle leadership team of one of the most successful non-selective boarding schools in England, where competitive sport is promoted as a key component in building self-esteem, confidence, school ethos and academic excellence.

Football is a well-established and thriving sport at the school. The successful candidate will be as passionate about developing football across all years and all abilities as the elite programme. They will be driven to take football at Gordon’s to the next level both in terms of performance and participation, especially girls’ football.

High energy levels, strong organisational skills, a spirit of service and good inter‑personal skills will be essential.

Closing date for applications: Friday 30 January 2026 at midnight
Interview: w/c 9 February 2026

Tours of the school are available at the following times:

• 5.00 pm on Tuesday 20 January
• 5.00 pm on Thursday 22 January
• 5.00 pm on Tuesday 27 January
• 5.00 pm on Thursday 29 January

Please email Jacqui George to arrange a visit: [e-mail]

Follow the link to watch a video about sport at Gordon's: https://vimeo.com/981858488?fl=pl&fe=sh

Interviews are in person and may take the whole day.

Gordon’s cannot sponsor work permits so you must have the right to work in the UK.

Applications must be made via our application form.

Set in an attractive 50‑acre Surrey site, the School enjoys excellent facilities and an aspirational learning environment. Gordon’s is an academically non-selective co‑ed school, with 11 Houses; all students are considered boarders, with approximately 280 residential boarders and a thriving sixth form of over 350. High standards are a hallmark of the School with five outstanding Ofsted judgements in the last decade.

In 2025, the percentage of students achieving five or more GCSE grades 9‑4, including English and mathematics, was 91%. The A\*-C pass rate at A-Level was 88%, with 70% of the grades A\*-B.

These results rank Gordon's amongst the top non-selective schools in England for progress and attainment. Massively over‑subscribed, Gordon’s size ensures that every pupil is well known and nurtured as an individual. The School has a very strong emphasis on academic standards, self‑discipline and traditional values and aims to be much more than just outstanding examination results, providing abundant opportunities outside the classroom and exceptional pastoral care.

Interviews may be held at any stage after applications are received, therefore, interested candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified deadline.

We offer:

• Attractive and spacious campus, within easy reach of the M3 motorway and London
• Free on‑site parking
• Well‑resourced facilities
• Complimentary lunch (plus evening meal if taking on evening duties)
• Access to the on‑site fitness centre
• Adjacent to extensive heathland
• Generous support for professional development
• Outstanding staff: professional, supportive and committed
• Provision of a tablet PC
• The opportunity to play a part nurturing world class global citizens

“Gordon’s is an outstanding school in every respect.” OFSTED

Gordon’s is a Boarding and Day School and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children - applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate screening including a DBS check and an on‑line search.