Netball Programme Director: Build From Scratch & Lead Talent

Bedford School; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Bedford School in Bedford, England seeks a Director of Netball to establish and lead its first ever netball programme as the School moves to co-education in September 2027. You will shape the vision, culture and identity from day one, combining coaching excellence with a clear pathway from Prep to Upper School.

Starting in the Summer Term 2027, you will work with the Director of Sport to prepare coaching, facilities, fixtures and recruitment ahead of the first girls arriving.

Qualifications

• Ambitious and forward-thinking netball coach and educator.
• Able to teach PE including GCSE PE.
• Able to build a programme from scratch and inspire young players.
• Committed to safeguarding and welfare of young people.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead the school's new netball programme
• Develop a talent pipeline from Prep to Upper School
• Collaborate with Admissions to recruit netballers
• Inspire young players and guide development across year groups
• Deliver curriculum PE and GCSE PE

Skills

Netball coaching

Teaching

Education

Education

AQA GCSE PE

Pearson BTEC Sport & Exercise Science

Job description

Bedford School in Bedford, England seeks a Director of Netball to establish and lead its first ever netball programme as the School moves to co-education in September 2027. You will shape the vision, culture and identity from day one, combining coaching excellence with a clear pathway from Prep to Upper School.

Starting in the Summer Term 2027, you will work with the Director of Sport to prepare coaching, facilities, fixtures and recruitment ahead of the first girls arriving.