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- Director of Sport (Maternity Cover), Francis Holland School, Sloane Square
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Job title: Director of Sport (Maternity Cover)
Role Summary: Lead the PE and Sport Department, shaping the strategic direction of curricular and co‑curricular sporting programmes. Manage a team of heads, teachers, and coaches; promote high participation, excellence, and wellbeing; ensure a safe, inclusive environment.
Expectations: Deliver a clear vision for sport; inspire and develop staff and students; uphold the school’s values; maintain compliance with safeguarding, risk management, and health standards; report on outcomes and contribute to the school's health and wellbeing agenda.
Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee all sport curriculum and co‑curriculum activities, including team sports, fitness, and recreation.
• Develop and manage the 11+ and 16+ Sports Scholarship programmes, from assessment to mentorship.
• Coordinate the FHS Athletes Programme – selection, enrichment events, and policy development.
• Ensure a safe, inclusive sporting environment through health & safety procedures, risk assessments, and staff training.
• Collaborate with the Junior School to create cross‑phase sporting opportunities.
• Champion continuous professional development, staff coaching philosophy, and inclusive teaching.
• Administer departmental resources: kit, equipment, coaching handbooks, staffing structures.
• Support the school's overall health and wellbeing initiatives, including nutrition and fitness programmes.
Required Skills:
• Proven leadership and team‑management in a school or educational sports setting.
• Strategic planning and programme development, particularly for girls’ sport.
• Strong organisational, resource, and budgeting management.
• Expertise in safeguarding, risk assessment, and pupil welfare in sport.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across all school levels.
• Coaching expertise and a clear, inclusive coaching philosophy.
Required Education & Certifications:
• Degree in Sport, Physical Education, or related field.
• Coaching or sport‑management qualification (e.g., Level 3/4 or equivalent).
• Proof of experience in school sport leadership and programmes.
• Knowledge of UK PE curriculum and safeguarding regulations.
• First‑aid and risk‑management certification desirable.