Job Description

Rugby school sports department are looking to appoint a Head of Boys' Hockey starting at the end of August 2025.

Rugby School prides itself on having a forward thinking and dynamic sports department. Sport at Rugby School is at an all-time high and we are looking to complement our department with a Head of Boys' Hockey that shares our drive for excellent coaching and sports provision. We put out 13 boys teams from Under 14E to 1st XI with our 'A' teams in National Tier 1 competitions.

Applicants must have a minimum level 2 qualification in sports coaching and have experience of working with young athletes within a school, club or pathway coaching environment. The successful candidate will support the Sports department with the strategic planning, delivery and management of our hockey programme. They will immerse themselves in life at a busy boarding school helping with fixtures, tournaments and training. They will be introduced into the sport science delivery program and support with analysis, athlete training programs and mentoring.

We pride ourselves on offering the successful candidate the opportunity to work in a vastly experienced department, alongside regular training in sports coaching, research and guiding aspiring athletes into the world of professional sports via our links with professional sports organisations.

The role will work 50 hours per week over 35 weeks of the year (term time plus). Weekly hours may vary depending on our fixture calendar. Please read our Sports Department brief for full details of life in the sports department or contact sports@rugbyschool.net for an informal discussion regarding the role.

Rugby School is a diverse and inclusive community, committed to using collaboration, curiosity and expertise to uncover the best in every student and member of staff. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and sectors of education and sports coaching. Equity and service are fundamental to our practice, inextricably linked to a desire for excellence in all aspects of school life.

For more information and to apply:

Please register and complete an application via our recruitment portal which can be found at www.rugbyschool.co.uk/about/employment-opportunities

Closing date: Friday 29 August 2025

Interviews: Week Beginning 1st or 8th September 2025

Applications will be considered upon receipt, and we reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date.

Please Note

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are key facets of our core ethos that 'the Whole Person is the Whole point'. Find out more here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Rugby School

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or age.

We have a team of internal recruiters and advertise our vacancies to attract candidates and not agency suppliers. If we need agency assistance, we will reach out to our trusted partners. Any speculative CVs we receive will not be accepted as an introduction.

Charity Registration Number 528752

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Work Location: In person