Job Description

Ibstock Place School is seeking to appoint a dynamic and committed

full-time Head of Rackets

to join its Physical Education Faculty.

The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and leading a comprehensive rackets programme across the Prep and Senior Schools.

The successful candidate will hold a coaching qualification in one or more racket sports: Badminton, Padel, Table Tennis, Tennis and/or Squash, and will have a track record of coaching or playing to a high standard. They will be enthusiastic, energetic, and possess strong communication skills Experience working with pupils from both Prep and Senior age groups is desirable. The role will include two full day's teaching within the Prep School. A strength in aquatics would be an advantage with potential delivery across a diverse range of sports.

Teaching staff are expected to be in School between 08:00 am to 16.00 however, hours are as required to fulfil the duties of this role, both before and after school hours.

This is a full-time, permanent contract. Ibstock operates a six-month probationary period for teaching roles.

Job start date -

1 September 2025.

Salary for this role will be competitive (depending on skills and years of experience).

Deadline for applications -

20 May 2025.

To apply for this role, please visit www.ibstockplaceschool.co.uk and fill out the Application form. Please be informed that we will not accept CVs without a fully completed application form.

Ibstock is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Once appointed, the post-holder's responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible, or with whom they come into contact will be to adhere to and ensure compliance with the school's policies on Child Protection and Safeguarding at all times. If in the course of carrying out the duties of the post the post-holder becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the school, they must report any concerns to the school's Designated Safeguarding Lead (Deputy Head, Pastoral).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 20/05/2025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025