Sailing Coach

Contract Type

Fixed-Term

Working Hours

Part-time

Working Weeks

Term-time only

Start Date

10th September 2026

Application Deadline

Sunday, May 31, 2026

Job Summary

St Edward’s Oxford is looking for a well-qualified and experienced Sailing Coach to join the school on a part-time, fixed-term basis from September 2026.

The successful candidate will deliver a minimum of three sailing coaching sessions per week, working with both junior and senior pupils within the Sailing Club. You will drive enthusiasm for sailing across the school, directly supporting pupil progression, team performance and the safeguarding of pupils’ wellbeing.

Applicants will need a valid RYA Dinghy Instructor qualification and bring extensive technical knowledge and tactical strategies of sailing coaching. A current RYA Powerboat Level 2 qualification and a valid RYA First Aid qualification, or equivalent, are also essential. You will have experience of coaching individuals and groups across a range of ages and abilities, alongside a background of sailing to a high standard.

This is a part-time, term-time position, working approximately 11.5 hours per week. Flexibility in working hours is required in order to meet the demands of the role and the sailing programme.

The deadline for applications is Sunday 31^stMay 2026.We reserve the right to conduct interviews and appoint for the role before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be found. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Why work at St Edward's?

In return the school offers an attractive benefits package including:

• A friendly and inclusive working environment
• Free meals
• Free Nuffield Health Gym membership (including membership for your partner and children under the age of 21)
• Free on-site car parking
• Employee assistance programme
• Defined contribution pension scheme with Scottish Widows. The standard employee contribution rate is 5% with the employer contributing 8%. Enhanced contributions by the employee will be matched by the employer, up to the cap of 12%

St Edward’s does not accept applications from recruitment agencies.St Edward’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we aim to create and maintain a safe environment for our pupils, where they feel respected and supported. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to become familiar with our policies and procedures for child protection and security. All staff are required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.St Edward’s School is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on age, race, sex, religion, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Please see our Equal Opportunities & Dignity at Work policy on our website for further details.Registered Charity No: 309681

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