Required from 29th August 2019 for a one year, fixed term contract, we are looking to appoint a Graduate Sports Assistant, ideally with a specialism in Hockey or Netball. The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of coaching sports across all three parts of the school (ages 3-18). Accommodation will be provided for the length of the contract and *meals will be provided during term time. Please see the job description on our website via the link below for further details and method of application.

Closing date for applications is: Friday, 31st May 2019

Further details and an application form can be obtained from the School's website http://www.kings-rochester.co.uk/Staff-Vacancies. Only applications submitted on our application form will be considered. Please DO NOT apply via the on-line link. No agencies please.

Day to day responsibilities to include (not exhaustive)
• leading teams in the girls’ major sports (Hockey, Netball, Cricket) during lessons and at fixtures, in both the Preparatory and Senior Schools;
• assist PE staff in the delivery of core PE to pupils in the Pre-Preparatory, Preparatory and Senior Schools;
• participate in the school’s extra-curricular and after-school activities programme;
• accompany teams to fixtures and tours outside of normal school hours;
• assist with Open Days and Games/Sports specific events;
• assist with mentoring and supporting sports scholars in the major sports;
• be responsible for the tidiness and upkeep of the sports equipment in both the Preparatory and Senior Schools and informing the Director of Sport of any issues;
• assist with the planning and delivery of tournaments hosted by King’s Rochester;
• to assist with the planning and delivery of pre-season and academy training sessions;
• be an integral part of the school community.

Role outside of the games department:
• assist in boarding duties mid-week in the girls’ boarding house;
• engage in the range of activities available at the weekend;
• supervise boarding pupils in a mid-week fitness and/or sports based activity.

The successful applicant should:
• hold a relevant, sports-based degree;
• ideally hold a coaching qualification in at least one of the major girls sports: Hockey, Cricket, Netball
• have relevant playing experience in at least two of the major sports listed above;
• be comfortable officiating/refereeing in at least one of the major sports;
• demonstrate a fun, creative, adaptable and innovative approach to teaching and coaching;
• have a knowledge of, and willingness to adopt, best teaching practices;
• demonstrate and promote a positive ethos, including respect, hard work, discipline and exceptional behaviour;
• have good organisational, inter-personal and communication skills;
• be able to work alone and in a team as required;
• be a sporting role model to all pupils;
• possess a good sense of humour.


King`s Rochester is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).