Gap Year Assistant (Sport)

Contract: Fixed term until July 2023

Hours: Full-time, term-time plus 10 days

We are seeking to appoint a new team of Gap Year Assistants for the duration of the next academic year.  

Ideal candidates will be positive, hard-working, flexible and able to work independently as well as part of a team.  Initiative and motivation are essential qualities.  

An interest in and experience of playing and/or coaching and supporting sport is essential. The position would suit a recent school or University leaver looking to gain valuable experience in an educational environment. 

About the School:

Established in 1874, Croydon High School prides itself on its innovative approach and friendly atmosphere. The School is located in Selsdon, south of Croydon, on a beautiful campus.  Croydon High is made up of students from a broad and culturally diverse range of backgrounds and the school recognises and hugely values the positive impact this has on all who teach and learn here.

Benefits: 

As part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as: 

• Competitive salaries and pay progression 

• Access to extensive professional development opportunities 

• Training grants for qualifications 

• Generous pension schemes 

• Free life assurance benefit 

• Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans 

• A Cycle to Work scheme 

• Competitive terms and conditions of employment 

For further details and an application form please click the apply button.

The closing date for applications is noon, Thursday 30 June 2022. 

Early applications are welcomed.

The school reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.

The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.

The GDST is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.