Sports Graduate

Sports Graduate

Fixed Term - 2026/2027

We are seeking to appoint a candidate with the ability to teach at least one or more of our sports to a high level: football, netball, hockey, cricket, or strength and conditioning. Or has appropriate qualifications and experience in other sports that we offer: dance, basketball, swimming and trampolining.

The successful candidate will be committed to supporting teams and individuals to succeed at all levels. The ideal candidate would have participated in their sport through school, clubs, or university, either through playing to 1st team level or gaining some coaching experience in these environments.

We expect candidates to be able to demonstrate clear potential to operate effectively in teaching and coaching sport to our children from 3-18, delivering pastoral care and making a positive contribution to other areas of school life. Those on a ‘sandwich’ year during a university course will be considered.

You will be primarily working in the Senior School  and there will be opportunities to support the Junior School as a through-school model.

You will be a motivated and values-driven practitioner who promotes a competitive spirit within the teams they work with — one that balances high standards with mutual respect and support, regardless of individual abilities or outcomes.

Sport and physical education are integral to Royal Russell School. You will be part of a large department of 35 staff, led by our dynamic Director of Sport, Health, and Fitness.

You will be joining a team of sector-leading teachers and coaches, including ex-professional athletes and highly experienced teaching practitioners.  You will share our passion for providing opportunities to develop a lifelong love of physical activity.

For the right candidate, there will also be the opportunity to gain experience of some classroom teaching of academic P.E, under the guidance of the main experienced teacher.

Candidates who are successful in their first year with us may have the opportunity to be supported through an on-the-job PGCE in their second year.

We believe the strength of a team starts with the people in the room. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to grow something meaningful, we want to hear from you.

Applications (forms can be found on our website) will be considered on receipt and should arrive, to View email address on tes.com, no later than Friday 19th June at 9am. 

We will interview candidates before the deadline, so early application is advised.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (including a check against the Children’s Barred List) and other pre-employment screening including references and medical fitness.