Graduate Sports Assistant

GRADUATE SPORTS ASSISTANT

FROM FEBRUARY 2022

Initially, the appointment will be for the remainder of the academic year, but for the right candidate, there may be the opportunity to extend the appointment by a further full academic year. 

Wetherby Senior School is looking to appoint one graduate sports assistant to start as soon as possible to contribute to the School’s sport and co-curricular programmes.  Our sports programme gives boys the opportunity to compete at a high level in a range of sports but also understands the importance of sport in the development of all young men.  We are looking for team players with a love of sport who are able to engage and motivate the pupils and are committed to developing a love of sport and an understanding of the importance of physical fitness in all the boys at the School.

We welcome all Sports degree subjects and the successful candidates will support with the administration of the PE & Games Department as well as covering lessons and other activities when not on the sports field.  Where appropriate, experience of working with the pupils in the classroom can be offered and experiences gained in other areas of the School.  Professional development opportunities will also be available.

The Physical Education Department 

There are currently four full-time members of the PE/Games department, supported by external coaches and other members of the teaching body to allow a broad programme of physical activity. Sport is an important part of the boys’ development and wellbeing and is a compulsory activity for all boys at Wetherby Senior School. It is a wonderful activity for developing character, building friendships and staying healthy both physically and mentally. The lessons learned and relationships forged through sport will hold our boys in good stead to make meaningful contributions to society. 

The departments’ cultural framework outlines the character traits we are looking to develop and instil in boys at Wetherby Senior School. These are transferable to all aspects of their school life including co-curricular, pastoral, and academic as well as to life after the School. 

All boys do two extended games session each week, dividing their time between the facilities at Ealing Trailfinders’ Rugby Club, our on-site facilities, and local providers. Our major winter sports are rugby and football with cricket and tennis in the Summer Term.  

Application Process

To find out more about the Wetherby Senior School and the role, please go to our web site, where you need to submit your application through the Alpha Plus Portal, showing how you meet what is required in the Job Description. 

Applications should reach the school no later than Friday 11th February 2022.  

Please note that interviews may be held at any stage after applications are received, so candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible. The vacancy may be closed earlier than the specified deadline, if the right candidate is found.

Wetherby Senior 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. 

Please email the Assistant Director of Sport with any queries you may have concerning the post or the appointment process: ryan.fuller@wetherbysenior.co.uk or ryan.underwood@wetherbysenior.co.uk