This is an exciting opportunity to join Gordon's School, one of the most successful schools in England, as a Football Coach.
Sport is central to Gordon's School's vision to be the best non-selective school in England and among the finest schools in the world. Alongside academic success, the School places great importance on the character, resilience and teamwork developed through sport and co-curricular activities.
We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Football Coach to work co-operatively with the Head of Football and the PE Department. Typically, up to 8 hours per week to include:
- 4pm to 5pm Monday to Thursday
- Saturdays, typically 9am to 1pm
- Manage and coach teams at day and half day tournaments/knock-out competitions (including weekends)
- Attend pre-season training in August and assist with sports tours and tournaments as required.
The successful candidate will have experience of coaching football within schools, clubs, academies or player development pathways, together with a passion for developing young players and helping them reach their potential. You will also have excellent communication skills and the ability to motivate and inspire young athletes. The ability to coach a 2nd sport is also desirable.
Please see the attached document for the full job description.
Set in a beautiful 50-acre Surrey site, the School enjoys excellent facilities and an aspirational learning environment. Recognised by HM Chief Inspector of Schools as one of England’s finest non-selective schools, Gordon’s has circa 980 students including 270 residential boarders and a thriving sixth form. In 2025, the percentage of students achieving five or more GCSE grades 9-4, including English and mathematics, was 91%. The A*-C pass rate at A-Level was 87%, with 70% of the grades A*-B. These results rank Gordon's amongst the top non-selective schools in England for progress and attainment
Massively over-subscribed, Gordon’s size ensures that every student is well-known and nurtured as an individual. The School has a very strong emphasis on academic standards, self-discipline and traditional values and aims to be much more than just outstanding examination results, providing abundant opportunities outside the classroom and exceptional pastoral care.
“This is an exceptionally good school.” OFSTED
Gordon’s School is a Boarding and Day School and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment – applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate screening including a DBS check.
Interviews may be held at any stage after applications are received, therefore, interested candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified deadline.
