Sports Graduate
The Old Vicarage School
Richmond upon Thames
- £18,000 - £22,500 per year
- Salary:
- Dependent on qualifications, skills and experience
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- 01 September 2026
- Apply by:
- 23 May 2026
Job overview
We are seeking to recruit a full-time Graduate Sports Teaching Assistant to join our team from September 2026.
The Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunity would suit a University graduate now looking for some primary school experience before training to be a teacher.
We have a successful and thriving PE department with access to excellent sporting facilities near the school including Old Deer Park with 4 netball/tennis courts and plentiful green space for cross country, football, cricket and athletics. Hockey is played at Barnes Hockey Club in the Spring Term and swimming for each year group all year round at Pools on the Park.
The School has achieved notable success in IAPS and Borough-wide competitions for key sports such as netball, hockey, athletics and swimming. Last year the OVS girls were National and Borough swimming champions as well as Borough cricket champions and Surrey cricket finalists. Girls in Years 3-6 have played in over 300 fixtures through out the year showing the breadth and sporting opportunities the girls are offered.
Closing date for applications is 23 May 2026.
To be considered you will need to complete the full application form and also attach an updated CV. Application form is downloadable. Old Vicarage School retains the right to interview suitable applicants and appoint before the deadline advertised.
Should you wish to apply or discuss the role in more detail, please do not hesitate to contact recruitment@oldvicarageschool.com
Old Vicarage School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and therefore any offer of employment is subject to the satisfactory completion of a number of background checks including but not limited to an enhanced DBS check with Children’s Barred list check, the taking up and verification of references and the verification of career history and fitness to undertake the role, as well as an online check.
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About The Old Vicarage School
Introduction from our Head, Mrs Clare Strickland.
Old Vicarage School is a thriving independent day school for 200 girls aged between 3 and 11 years. The school is situated in a quiet, residential area of Richmond and occupies a beautiful Grade 2* listed ‘castle’ on Richmond Hill. Whilst retaining traditional values, there is a clear vision for the future; teaching and facilities combine the very best of the old and new. The girls thrive in a safe, secure and stimulating environment supported by outstanding teaching from experienced and dedicated staff. Classes with a maximum of 16 girls, enable teachers to understand the individual learning profiles of each girl, ensuring that their potential is recognised and nurtured. The broad curriculum is stimulating, engaging and diverse. The girls have the opportunity to shine through music, art, drama, sport and through the excellent extra-curricular programme. The girls are encouraged to question, explore and have the confidence to try all of the new experiences and opportunities available. The girls leave the school equipped with the skills to face the challenges of the modern world. They are creative, confident, ambitious and have the self-belief that there are no limits to what they can achieve. The girls at the Old Vicarage develop friendships which last a lifetime and treasure their memories of their time at the school. Established in 1931, the School became a Charitable Trust in 1973 and is administered by a Board of Governors. The parents’ association, ‘The Friends’, is very supportive of the school and organises regular fund-raising activities.
We look forward to meeting with you soon.
Our Mission Statement
To educate our girls to their highest level of academic achievement providing them with opportunities to embrace new challenges with confidence.
To prepare them to become responsible and compassionate global citizens who are creative and ambitious in their outlook.
An Old Vicarage School pupil is a diligent, happy, confident and considerate girl, who achieves personal success through challenge, inspiration and support.
Our Core Values
At the Old Vicarage School we C-A-R-E
C - we are Curious
A - we are Ambitious
R - we are Resilient
E - we Empathetic
EDI Statement
At the Old Vicarage School, we are committed to ensuring equality of education and opportunity for all girls, staff, parents and careers irrespective of race, gender, disability, belief, sexual orientation, age or socio-economic background. We aim to develop a culture of inclusion and diversity in which all those connected to the school feel proud of their identity and ability to participate fully in school life.
Safeguarding Recruitment Statement
Old Vicarage School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be undertaken on appointment.
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