Graduate Sports Assistant

Job Description

Hours: 43 hours per week, Monday to Saturday, with the exact start and finish times to be agreed with the Director of Sport.

Salary: £21,434.91 per annum pro-rata inclusive of holiday pay (£28,419.56 FTE)

Contract: One Year Fixed Term Contract, Term Time Only

St George’s College is looking to recruit a Graduate Sports Assistant on a one-year fixed term contract, commencing in September 2026. This position would suit candidates who are considering a career in the teaching profession and would provide excellent work experience. We are looking for dynamic, energetic and highly motivated individuals who would like to be part of a vibrant and inspirational department. Candidates should ideally be able to coach to a high level in at least two of the College sports and will be asked to coach and officiate within a range of sports across the year. Experience in playing or coaching Netball, Rugby, Hockey, Cricket, Tennis or Rowing to a high level would be an advantage.

Facilities and Work Environment

St George’s College has excellent sports facilities on site, including a state of the art Activity Centre (Sports Hall, Studio, S&C Gym & Dance Studio), 5 outdoor netball courts, 2 floodlit astro turfs, a brand new 8 lane cricket net facility, multiple rugby and cricket pitches, an athletics track and an indoor tennis centre plus over 20 outdoor courts. Offsite we have a Boat House situated on the River Thames.

Department Ethos

The PE Department stresses all aspects of good practice in physical education and are passionate about developing sport at the College. We have a reputation for achieving excellence in all of our main sports; our teams compete at a National Level and students regularly represent their County, Region and Country. Expectations are high and the College is very proud of its sporting traditions.

Training and Development

Once appointed, there will be an induction programme in place to support the role; areas covered include coach education, teaching pedagogy, parent communication and department protocols and policies. The Graduate Sports Assistant will have the opportunity to take part in the school appraisal process.

Accommodation

There is potential for on-site accommodation for the successful candidate, subject to availability.

Application Details

Full details on how to apply, including the Candidate Information pack, can be found on the Current Vacancies page on our website.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 25 February 2026

Interviews: Will be held in the weeks commencing Monday 2 and Monday 9 March 2026.

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and shortlisted candidates may be called to interview at short notice and before the closing date. St George’s Weybridge reserves the right to withdraw this advert before the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.

St George’s Weybridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. St George’s Weybridge is an Equal Opportunities Employer and a registered Educational Charity no. 1017853 as well as a data controller and registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office as required under current data protection legislation. Further information about how we use personal data is available in our Privacy Notice.

Job Types

Full-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 12 months

Pay

£28,419.56 per year

Benefits

• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Work Location

In person

Expected Start Date

01/09/2026