This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, enthusiastic graduate to join our vibrant and successful PE department.

The successful applicant will be willing to carry out a wide range of duties in support of the PE department and contribute to the provision of the extracurricular sports. It would be advantageous to be able to coach two of the major sports of football, netball, lacrosse, tennis, athletics and cricket.

This position is for the academic year 2026-2026 on a fixed-term basis.

Key responsibilities

The post-holder will report directly to the Director of Sport. Specific duties include:

To assist and teach a variety of activities in lessons, including taking small groups of students, or certain aspects of the lesson as appropriate to the successful candidate.
To coach teams and clubs during mornings, lunchtimes, after school sessions and at weekends, as deemed appropriate by the Director of Sport.
Attend fixtures and umpire appropriate matches which include weekends, as deemed appropriate by the Director of Sport.
Assisting with some administrative duties to support the department.
Take an active role within the department and an appropriate share of responsibilities, including attending department meetings.

What we offer

Competitive salaries
Fee remission of up to 50% on tuition fees (pro-rated for part-time staff)
Staff Pension Scheme with employer contribution of up to 10% (the School double matches employee contributions). Salary sacrifice for pension contributions is also available.
Life assurance paying out three times annual salary in the event of death in service
Diverse training and professional development programme
A range of other staff benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, access to GP and dental advice lines amongst other services
Free use of the Sports Centre facilities including a fitness suite, ergo suite and group cycle studio
Free school lunch, plus refreshments available in the staff room during the day and after school
On-site parking
Cycle to work scheme
Free eye tests and annual flu vaccination
Access to well-stocked school library
Access to wide range of school events

How to apply

To apply for this position, please read the full job details in the candidate pack and submit a completed application form. Completed application forms should be submitted with a brief supporting letter addressed to Mrs Sarah Rollings, Head, via email to recruitment@shsk.org.uk in the first instance and then sent to:

Human Resources Department
St Helen and St Katharine
Faringdon Road
Abingdon
Oxfordshire
OX14 1BE

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.