St John’s School is seeking an inspiring and forward-thinking Director of Sport to lead our dynamic and inclusive sports programme. This is a key leadership role, responsible for shaping the vision and delivery of sport across the School, whilst fostering a culture of excellence, wellbeing, and lifelong participation. The successful candidate will integrate sport into the academic and co-curricular life of the School, overseeing all aspects of sport from elite performance to broad participation, while managing a talented team and contribute fully to the wider life of School.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fun, forward-thinking School which is committed to academic excellence; continual development of staff; and innovative teaching and learning strategies. This is within the context of outstanding pastoral care and co-curricular provision to ensure the best possible holistic pupil experience.
If you like to work collaboratively and welcome the opportunity to develop as a practitioner, we offer a comprehensive induction and CPD programme for all levels of staff, competitive remuneration package, support with teacher training for unqualified teachers and outstanding, well-equipped facilities.
Closing date: 12.00 noon, Monday 3 November 2025
Interview date: to be confirmed (please note there will be a staged interview process, including a school visit and panel interview stage/s)
Applications will be assessed in order of receipt and interviews may occur at any stage after applications are received. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date and therefore invite interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
Full details can be downloaded below
To apply please download and complete the following forms, and return them, with a letter supporting your application, by email to recruitment@stjohns.surrey.sch.uk.
Application for Employment – Teaching Staff
Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form
Reg Charity No: 312064
St John’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted candidates and all applications will be required to provide details of their online profile, including social media accounts, as part of their application.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are “spent” unless they are “protected” under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.”
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