We are looking for someone with drive and ambition who will be able to contribute positively to the PE Department throughout the School. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate excellent knowledge in the breakdown of skills to make learning accessible to all pupils and an ability to make learning fun and enjoyable.
Support Staff pay scale 23 -25 with an actual starting salary of £26,139. This equates to a working week of 8:30am to 5:30pm for 4 days per week and 1 day of the week 8:30am to 4pm with 3 hours for some Saturday mornings during Term Time. These times are approximate and flexibility will be required (i.e. some weeks will necessitate these hours and other weeks will not).
In addition, the post holder will be expected to work on staff training (INSET) days, of which there are usually five each academic year.
SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- To plan and prepare sports activities for students, according to their age and aptitude, during lunchtime and after school sessions in both the Prep Department (pupils aged 4 to 11) and the Senior School (pupils aged 11 to 18).
- To work with the Director of Sport and other teachers in the PE department to organise and run fixtures and tournaments, both home and away.
- To support timetabled afternoon PE lessons by providing small group coaching and by covering for PE teachers in the case of absence.
- To keep accurate records including registers, team-sheets, selection information, results, video analysis reports / feedback, and player reviews.
- To co-operate with the Director of Sport, carrying out any reasonable duties at their request, and to advise on resources.
- To maintain good order and discipline among the students of the School and safeguard their health and safety, both when they are authorised to be on school premises and when they are engaged in authorised school activities elsewhere.
- To carry out any other reasonable duties at the request of the Head Mistress
This job description may be subject to reasonable changes in the future, to reflect changing circumstances and to aid professional development.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
· Level 1 coaching qualification in at least one sport out of netball, hockey or football; preferably netball
· Ability and willingness to confidently referee/umpire in at least one sport out of netball, hockey or football; preferably netball
· Willingness to support the teaching and coaching of other sports offered at the school.
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
· The ability to work calmly under pressure and to relate to a wide range of people within the school.
· The ability to work as part of a team
· Pleasant and approachable manner and smart appearance.
· Reliable and responsible
· A “can do” attitude
· Ability to use initiative
· Computer literate
· Willingness to engage in training and professional development
DESIRABLE CRITERIA
· Umpiring/refereeing qualification in at least one other sport out of netball, hockey or football
· Level 2 coaching qualification in at least one other sport out of netball, hockey or football
· Minibus driver qualification.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
- Applicants must share the commitment of the School to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children at all times
- Good communication and inter-personal skills.
- The ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines and manage workload.
- The ability to be flexible and adaptable to the varying demands of the department.
- Reliability with respect to attendance and punctuality, smart appearance and a sense of humour
Closing date: 9:00am on Monday 8th June 2026
Interviews: Friday 19th June 2026.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to child protection checks appropriate to the role including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Registered Charity 1164323 Company Number 9665070.
Candidates should apply by submitting a fully completed application form and supporting letter addressed to the Head Mistress at the School.
For any further information, application forms and the School's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy, please see the website www.manchesterhigh.co.uk
Pay: £26,139.00 per year
Work Location: In person
