Teacher of Sports Science

St. Edward's School, Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking an enthusiastic Sports Science teacher to join their thriving department in September 2025. This role involves teaching a diverse curriculum, including the International Baccalaureate, and providing coaching across various sports. The ideal candidate will be well-qualified, passionate about education, and eager to support students of all abilities. With a commitment to academic excellence and a supportive environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives while enjoying the benefits of a well-structured salary scale and potential accommodation in North Oxford.

Qualifications

• Well-qualified Sports Science Teacher with experience working with children.
• Post-graduate teaching qualification preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach the St. Edward’s School Curriculum and IB SEHS course.
• Coaching sports across all age ranges and tutoring in boarding houses.

Skills

Teaching

Sports Science

Coaching

Curriculum Development

Supervision of Extended Essays

Education

Good degree from a recognized university

Post-graduate teaching qualification

Job description

St. Edward's School, Oxford, England, United Kingdom

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An enthusiastic and innovative Sports Science teacher is required for September 2025 to join a successful and thriving department. The ideal candidate will be a well-qualified teacher who is keen to teach all ability levels and age ranges. Experience of teaching the International Baccalaureate would be an advantage. St Edward’s has its own salary scale and benefits; accommodation in North Oxford may be available.

Further details and the application form are available on the School website (www.stedwardsoxford.org). Completed forms should be emailed to [e-mail]. The deadline for applications is noon on Monday 17 March 2025.

Responsibilities

• Teaching our own University accredited St. Edward’s School Curriculum course for which pupils study the following topics: Systems of the Body, Sports Psychology, Analysing and Improving Performance, and Scientific Investigation.
• At 6th form level, teaching the IB SEHS course, supervising the EE and the EPQ.
• Tutoring role to a small group of pupils in one of 13 boarding houses in which boarding duties will also be carried out on one or two evenings a week.
• Coaching 3 terms of sport across all age ranges.

Qualifications

The person appointed will be a well-qualified Sports Science Teacher with a good degree from a recognised university, experience of working with children or young people, and, in most cases, a post-graduate teaching qualification. The successful candidate will be happy to contribute to ToK, EE or EPQ candidate supervision. Experience of teaching IB, while desirable, is by no means essential. The successful candidate will be fully supportive of the School’s academic vision and pedagogical principles.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Education and Training