PE TECHNICIAN AND SPORTS COORDINATOR

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are currently seeking a PE Technician to support our PE Department and assist with extra-curricular activities and duties, clubs and fixtures. The ideal candidate will be passionate about sport and have experience of coaching and motivating young people to achieve the best they can. Experience of coaching rugby in particular would be advantageous.

The PE Department currently consists of seven full-time members of teaching staff and two sports coaches who support extra-curricular activities. The dedicated staff work as a strong team and meet regularly in order to share ideas and resources in order to raise standards. Sport has a strong visual presence in the school which is recognised and celebrated at all key stages.

The department’s facilities include a two-storey sports hall which comprises of a main sports hall, a dance studio and a well-equipped fitness room. The department also has two all-weather surfaces areas, two additional hard surface areas for tennis or netball and one new tennis court which was completed a few years ago. Our playing fields accommodate two football pitches and one rugby pitch in the winter, and a 400m track, long jump and high jump areas, three rounders pitches and a softball pitch in the summer.

We are looking for good leadership and communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a supportive team. A current, clean driving license of over 3 years is essential.

What the school offers its staff

We take staff and student wellbeing very seriously and have invested time and money in ensuring that all members of our school feel supported and happy. You can find details of all the benefits we offer in the attached application pack.

We offer

• family friendly term time working;
• a commitment to professional development support and progression;
• a supportive and collaborative team;
• competitive salary (London Fringe Salary);
• staff benefits and discount scheme;
• two-week Autumn half term;
• free use of onsite fitness suite;
• membership of Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution (defined benefit scheme);
• thriving and varied staff enrichment programme; and
• 50% discount on wraparound provision fees for children of staff if they attend one of the trust schools Thames Ditton Junior School or Hinchley Wood Primary School.

Further details about the role

If you have a strong desire to help students of all abilities achieve the best they can whilst fulfilling your own potential, we would very much welcome your interest. Please contact us if you have any questions prior to applying or would like to visit.

Application packs and further details are available from our website. If you have any questions, please get in touch via email –hr@hinchleywoodschool.co.ukand we will respond during week commencing31stAugust 2026.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The position advertised is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Staff and governors have also established a code of conduct, included within this pack, which applies to all members of the school community.