Head of Athletic Development

This is an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified individual to play a pivotal role in the management and delivery of Emanuel School’s athletic development programme. 

Working as part of an interdisciplinary team of PE staff, specialist coaches, physiotherapists, and medical staff, you will manage the day-to-day delivery of sessions, while contributing to the growing culture of athletic development throughout the school.  

You will ensure that high quality sessions are delivered in a manner that is appropriate to the age and stage of pupils, while overseeing the efficient communication of pupil progress to the various directors of sports and team coaches. 

The school’s performance sports are Netball, Cricket, Football, Rugby, Rowing and Hockey, and a candidate with an interest in a broad range of sport would be well suited to this role. 

This is a full-time position on a fixed term contract to the end of the school year, with a longer-term role to be explored before the conclusion of this period for the right candidate. 

About you 

In addition to experience of working with youth athletes, you will possess an MSc (or equivalent) in strength and conditioning, or you may already have a UKSCA accreditation.

You’ll bring an ambitious and energetic approach to your work as a strong relationship builder. Effective communication and organisational skills will be essential, along with an ability to be creative and forward thinking, as we continually strive for progress in delivering a market leading support system within sport. 

Working at Emanuel

There is always a buzz at Emanuel. Colleagues enjoy their work and, like the pupils, are ambitious for the school. With a weekly staff briefing, half termly staff meetings, termly consultative group meetings and a common room committee, all of us are engaged in a lively ongoing dialogue about the school’s aims and aspirations.

Everyone works hard here, and anyone joining us should expect to do the same and share our commitment to the highest standards. At the same time our ethos remains unpretentious, kindly and practical, and there’s a strong sense of community and friendship at the school. 

We aim to look after our staff well: we have an appraisal scheme with a focus on employees’ professional development; we sponsor postgraduate courses and a range of training opportunities; we offer a healthcare plan via Simply Health that includes counselling and medical support; and we’re committed to supporting staff wellbeing. Financially, all staff benefit from good pension provision and free lunches. 

For further details and to apply please click the apply button.

The closing date for applications is 7th January 2025.

Emanuel School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.