Director of Sport

About the role

The Director of Sport will lead Physical Education, Sport, Health and Fitness across the entire school, from Pre‑Prep to Sixth Form. Reporting to senior school leadership, the role shapes the strategic vision for sport, drives curriculum excellence and enhances co‑curricular opportunities for students.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement a school‑wide sport strategy aligned with the institution’s educational goals.
• Lead and mentor a team of teachers, coaches and support staff.
• Oversee curriculum design, quality assurance and staff development for all sport programmes.
• Manage competitions, events and external sporting partnerships.
• Ensure provision of a diverse range of sports, including cricket, football, swimming, gymnastics, martial arts and esports.

Required profile

• Proven leadership experience in school sport or a comparable educational setting.
• Strong understanding of curriculum development and quality assurance in physical education.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with external sport organisations.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Required skills