Job Description

Whitgift is a leading independent day and boarding school for boys, with approximately 1550 pupils and over one hundred boarding pupils. It set in an attractive 48-acre parkland site in South Croydon with excellent transport links to London, Surrey and the South Coast.

The school has an outstanding tradition of sporting success in a variety of sports. We are seeking a graduate to work within the Football and Games Department. The right candidate will join us initially for a one-year contract (1 September 2023 to 3 July 2024).

The post would suit someone with a Sports Science or sports related degree or equivalent who has a passion for football and is committed to developing talent. No formal teaching experience is required but an understanding of the expectations required at a thriving school such as Whitgift is beneficial. Expertise in football is a must, but all applications will be considered. School accommodation may be available.

In return we offer a generous salary and benefits package including a money purchase pension scheme (plus Life Assurance over), Employee Discount Club, discounted off-peak membership at our on-site gym, membership of a healthcare plan, a range of family-friendly benefits and season ticket loan.

We welcome applications from all parts of our community as we aspire to attract staff that matches the social and cultural diversity of our student intake.

For general queries, please telephone Human Resources Department on 020 8688 9222 or e-mail .

Applications will be reviewed daily, and we invite interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Whitgift School (part of the John Whitgift Foundation) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers, the Disclosure & Barring Service and on-line media checks (including personal, professional and other online activities)`.

John Whitgift Foundation