Sports Academy Lead

Xaverian College; Manchester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Xaverian College in Manchester is seeking a Sports Academy Lead to coordinate and enhance the Elite athlete and Academy sports programmes, and to deliver high-level coaching across the college’s sports facilities, timetables and talent development pathways.

The post requires close collaboration with staff, students and external partners to create a thriving, inclusive, and performance-driven sporting environment, align with safeguarding and welfare policies, and drive excellence in performance,

Qualifications

• Lead the coordination and enhancement of Elite athlete and Academy sports programmes.
• Deliver high-level coaching to the college sports academy.
• Collaborate with staff, students and external partners to create a performance-driven sporting environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and enhance the Elite athlete and Academy sports programmes and deliver high-level coaching across the college’s facilities and pathways.
• Work with staff, students and external partners to create a thriving, inclusive and performance-driven sporting environment.
• Ensure alignment with college policies and contribute to student development and talent progression.

Job description

Job Title:

Sports Academy Lead

Reference

003/26-27

Start Date

ASAP

Closing Date

12 noon, Thursday 10 th September 2026

Hours/Contract:

Full time, 35hrs per week, full year. Fixed term until 31 st August 2027 in the first instance.

Salary:

SFCA Support Staff Salary Scale Point 11-14 £28,634 - £31,324 per annum

About the College

Xaverian College is a Catholic Sixth Form College in which members of staff are committed to the Mission of the College and exemplify Gospel values in the care and support of all community members. Xaverian College is committed to providing a safe learning environment in which every community member can achieve their full potential, feels valued, safe and supported, and is free from all forms of harassment, discrimination and anti-social behaviour. We are a college that promotes and celebrates diversity and which practises equality of opportunity.

About the role

This 'outstanding' Sixth Form College, based in Manchester, is looking to appoint a Sports Academy Lead to coordinate and enhance the college's Elite athlete and Academy sports programmes and deliver high-level coaching to the college sports academy. The role involves working closely with staff, students, external partners, and college departments to create a thriving, inclusive, and performance-driven sporting environment. Further information about the roles and requirements can be found in the accompanying job description and person specification/further information documents.