Resident Sports Assistant

Wellington College; Sandhurst; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellington College Prep in Sandhurst, Berkshire, seeks a dedicated Residential Sports Assistant to support the PE and Games Department and the boarding community. The role blends coaching, supervision of pupils during lessons, fixtures, and after-school activities with a pastoral presence in the evenings and weekends.

You will work with colleagues to create an active, inclusive programme, help pupils prepare for activities, and contribute to a calm, well‑supported environment for boarders.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting or coaching children or young people.
• Maturity, sound judgement and commitment to pupil welfare.
• Willingness to learn and engage in school life.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with PE, games, and fixtures.
• Assist with boarding routines in the residential setting.
• Contribute to after-school care and reading prep.
• Supervise small groups and maintain a safe, inclusive environment.

Skills

Coaching experience

Patience

Clear communication

Team supervision

First-aid training

Tools

First-aid training

Job description

Wellington College Prep is a vibrant and nurturing preparatory school. We provide a warm, inspiring community where every pupil is encouraged to develop curiosity, confidence, and character.

Situated in Sandhurst, Berkshire, and closely connected to Wellington College, the Prep School offers a welcoming and supportive community for pupils and staff.

You will play an important role in our school community, working alongside dedicated colleagues to ensure the smooth and effective running of the Sports Department. Your contribution will directly support pupils and staff every day.

This residential Sports Assistant position is offered on a fixed-term contract as part of our rolling annual rota. Contracts are reviewed and renewed each year in line with operational requirements.

Wellington College Prep seeks a caring, energetic and dependable Residential Sports Assistant to play an important part in the life of our PE and Games Department and our close-knit boarding community. This is a varied, people-focused opportunity for someone who enjoys helping children discover the pleasure of being active, working collaboratively and taking pride in their contribution.

The successful candidate will work alongside colleagues to make sporting experiences well organised, welcoming and enjoyable for pupils across the school. They will help pupils prepare for lessons, activities and fixtures, support teams on match days, and contribute to a lively programme beyond the formal timetable. With enthusiasm for a range of school sports, they will encourage participation, teamwork, kindness, courage and respect, ensuring that every child feels included and able to develop confidence.

Alongside sport, the role has a meaningful pastoral dimension. The Residential Sports Assistant will be a positive and reassuring presence for boarders at different points in their day, helping to create a calm, happy and well-supported environment. They will contribute to evening, morning and weekend routines and activities, building warm, appropriate relationships with pupils and working closely with boarding, pastoral and domestic colleagues.

There will also be opportunities to support younger pupils in the classroom, with reading and prep, and within after-school care. The breadth of the post makes it especially suited to someone who is adaptable, organised and ready to become an active member of a busy school community.

We are looking for an individual with experience of supporting, coaching or working with children or young people, who brings maturity, sound judgement and a genuine commitment to pupil welfare. A collaborative approach, clear communication and the confidence to supervise small groups will be important, as will the resilience and flexibility to contribute to a residential setting. Previous boarding, pastoral, first-aid or sports coaching experience would be welcomed, but a willingness to learn and engage fully in school life is equally valued.

Wellington College Prep is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You must have the right to work in the UK.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds. We promote an inclusive and supportive environment and are an equal opportunities employer.

Closing date: 1st November