Director of Sport
St Catherine's School
Richmond upon Thames
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2023 or January 2024
- Apply by:
- 5 June 2023
Job overview
We have an exciting new opportunity for a dynamic and enthusiastic leader to be the champion of sport and physical education at St Catherine’s.
St Catherine’s is a school very proud of its happy atmosphere, excellent pastoral care and strong academic reputation. Our School Mission captures the spirit of our happy and inclusive community, and all staff support and nurture the school ethos.
The Director of Sport will be responsible for leading and managing Prep and Senior sporting programmes and developing a long-term strategic vision. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to shape the department, to develop competitive opportunities for pupils, and to build on the school’s excellent reputation for enjoyable and effective sports provision.
Our school has very good sports facilities, which include a heated indoor swimming pool, outside tennis and netball courts, and a playing field. The large School Hall is marked for netball, basketball and badminton. The Department also has access to local facilities, including at St Mary’s University.
All girls are encouraged to participate in inter-House sports competitions. Pupils also regularly qualify for regional and national school finals and compete in ISA, Middlesex and Richmond Borough Championships. Recent successes include national awards for gymnastic acrobatics and swimming, pupils selected for GB rowing training programmes, and significant achievements in football and cross-country.
The Director of Sport is responsible for the effective leadership and management of the subject across the school and the team of teachers in both the Senior School and Prep Department. You will aim to continually improve the quality of teaching and learning, to inspire others by personal example, and to create a vision, sense of purpose and pride in the Department. The Director of Sport will work closely with and be supported by a member of the Senior Management Team.
If you feel you have the experience, enthusiasm and commitment we are looking for, then we would be delighted to receive an application from you. Visits to the school are encouraged; please email the HR Manager at recruitment@stcatherineschool.co.uk to arrange a convenient time.
Please download the supporting information and return your application form to: recruitment@stcatherineschool.co.uk
Closing date: 5 June 2023.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early application is recommended, and the school reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Appointment will be subject to a number of safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check as part of Keeping Children Safe in Education, and once in post, receive further training and updates.
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About St Catherine's School
St Catherine's is a vibrant and caring Catholic school that welcomes girls of all faiths. Our friendly community helps each pupil develop confidence as she explores her gifts and talents and is inspired to meet challenges creatively. The School proudly combines excellent pastoral care with an innovative and ambitious curriculum that prepares girls for the 21st century.
In the Prep Department, there is an emphasis on curiosity and discovery that establishes firm foundations that later lead to success in the Senior School (where each pupil has a guaranteed place). Girls enjoy a wide range of subjects and benefit from passionate and experienced teachers who know them well, offer support and challenge at all stages, and are in regular contact with parents.
The Senior School girls certainly rise to the challenges posed by public examinations. St Catherine's is proud of its excellent value added at GCSE and A Level, and we enjoy seeing our young women go on to university courses and careers of their choice. At the same time, girls develop the resilience, compassion and confidence that ensure bright and fulfilling futures.
Those who visit St Catherine's often remark on the warm and genuine enthusiasm of our pupils. The school's Catholic Christian ethos and emphasis on values helps girls to engage with the world around them, while open discussion, time for reflection, pupil-led committees and a wide range of co-curricular opportunities create a lively environment where they can feel a sense of belonging. Our emphasis on character, and on the deeper values of compassion, integrity and resilience, is also developed through a comprehensive co-curricular programme.
St Catherine's is committed to developing its facilities, and over recent years, we have been pleased to see girls enjoying new buildings and refurbishments, like the Science Block and Sixth Form Centre, which are designed to enhance their curriculum and social experiences. We also provide exciting trips, competitions and school events throughout the year; whether it is a trip to Iceland, regional athletics finals or a part in the latest school musical, there are plenty of opportunities for girls to develop their skills and their friendships within the school community.
Staff Benefits
St Catherine's is a friendly place to work and offers many attractive benefits, including the Teachers’ Pension Scheme for teaching staff, free lunch, tea and coffee, fee reduction for staff daughters who attend the School, use of the school pool, and a great many professional and development opportunities, to name a few.
We promote a strong sense of community and a friendly work culture at St Catherine’s, and we have active Staff Committees. We offer free tickets to attend excellent school drama and music productions and host a Christmas lunch and other happy staff celebrations.
For further details, please apply and download the application pack or see our website www.stcatherineschool.co.uk.
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