Job Description

Company Overview

Abbotsholme is a co-educational, boarding and day school, for boys and girls aged 2 to 20, set in a large, beautiful estate on the Staffordshire/Derbyshire border. We are committed to a holistic philosophy of education, striving to nurture and develop pupils' strengths and abilities through excellence in academic studies, superb pastoral care and a unique and broad-ranging extra-curricular programme.

An exciting opportunity exists for a proven professional to join our vibrant team and become our next Lead Teacher of Sport. With a real passion and commitment for their subject, the Lead Teacher of Sport will be responsible for ensuring sport plays a huge part in the life of the school in contributing to the school's vision of providing a high quality and holistic education.

Our sport facilities include: a 3-G pitch, tennis courts, cricket field and a large sports hall, all within the grounds of the school.

With a thorough knowledge of the present Physical Education curriculum and a strong track record in achieving excellent team results, the Lead Teacher of Sport oversees the provision of Sport at all levels and the Schools many different sports teams including, cricket, hockey, and netball. Supporting the sports team to produce the best possible lessons that will inspire and challenge every pupil. The post holder will lead in the design of an engaging and challenging curriculum that inspires children to appreciate the different sports available and widen their knowledge of techniques, skills and rules.

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to work in one of the most unique schools in the country.

To promote and co-ordinate the operation of sports teams across the school, monitoring and supporting the work of teachers to whom responsibility for one or more teams has been delegated, and ensuring that there are regular fixtures and training sessions each term, for each the main team sport. To inspire pupils to follow a healthy lifestyle and to take part in sport, ensuring that a high proportion of pupils are involved in team or other sports. To introduce new team sports into the curriculum and fixture list. To introduce and/or encourage minority team sports, arranging fixtures against other schools and leading or supporting the delivery of training activities in these sport To teach BTEC Sports, GCSE PE and physical education throughout the school. To organise sports tours . To organise sporting activities as part of the school's programme of holiday trips and expeditions To manage the awards system for sport, such as school colours, trophies, etc. To exploit opportunities for engaging pupils in sports activities beyond school, liaising with local clubs, county teams and national government bodies, as appropriate. To bring the outside world of sport into school, through visiting coaches or speakers or one-off events. To co-ordinate the use of the sports facilities for evening activity sessions delivered by boarding staff members on duty each evening. To manage health and safety, maintaining risk assessments for each sport and for each significant area, such as the swimming pool, fitness suite, etc. To liaise with the Bursar and the over any external users of school facilities, either in the evenings or during holidays. To manage the sports hall, the all-weather pitch, the sports field and other facilities, ensuring safety of all users and the maintenance of the facility, its fixtures and fittings and storage areas to a high standard, liaising with the school's maintenance department and grounds staff To maintain an inventory of sports equipment. To liaise with the Registrar and Head of Marketing to provide information for the school's website and any other marketing materials.
We can offer the successful candidate excellent benefits including a competitive salary, staff discount scheme for school fees and the opportunity to work in a beautiful rural estate.

Closing date: 5.00p.m. 02/06/2025

Application deadline - We reserve the right to appoint if the right candidate is found therefore early applications are encouraged.

If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that unfortunately, on this occasion, your application has not been successful.

Abbotsholme School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.

According to GDPR guidelines, we are only able to process your Sensitive Personal Data (racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, genetic data, biometric data, health, sex life, or sexual orientation) with your express consent. You will be asked to complete a consent form when you apply and please do not include any Sensitive Personal Data (although this can be included in your covering letter if you wish to do so), remembering also not to include contact details for referees without their prior consent.

We recognise our moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils. We endeavor to provide a safe and welcoming environment where children are respected and valued. We will be alert to the signs of abuse and neglect and follow our procedures to ensure that children receive effective support, protection and justice. The procedures contained in this policy apply to all staff, volunteers and governors.

Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is exempt from section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (2013 and 2020)). It is not, therefore, in any way contrary to the Act to reveal any information concerning convictions which would otherwise be considered as "spent" in relation to the applicant's suitability for employment. Any such information will be kept in strict confidence and only used in consideration of the suitability of the applicant for such a position where such an exemption is appropriate.

If you are shortlisted for the role, you are therefore required to declare all convictions, cautions or bind-overs you may have, or have had in the past, even if they would otherwise be regarded as "spent" under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.'

We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 34,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Free parking On-site gym On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Uttoxeter ST14 5BS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 02/06/2025
Reference ID: SMR16052025SPORT
Expected start date: 01/09/2025