Fixed Term Contract - Full-Time, start August 2026
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Graduate Gap Assistant to join our school community for a fixed-term live-in placement at Prior Park College. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate with a strong interest in sport, education, and pastoral care to gain valuable experience in a dynamic boarding school environment.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the games programme within the Sports Department, alongside contributing to the pastoral life of the school through regular boarding duties and co-curricular involvement for the August 2026 to July 2027 academic year.
Key Responsibilities include:
Sport Department Support
- Assist with the delivery of the school’s games programme across a range of sports
- Support coaching sessions, practices, and fixtures (both home and away)
- Help with the organisation and administration of training sessions, matches, and events
- Contribute to the maintenance and preparation of sports facilities and equipment
- Act as a positive role model for pupils, promoting engagement, teamwork, and sportsmanship
Boarding & Pastoral Responsibilities
- Provide pastoral support to boarding pupils, contributing to their wellbeing and daily routine
- Undertake two duties per week, including:
- Morning duty (7:00am – 8:30am)
- Evening duty (6:00pm – 11:00pm)
- Participate in the weekend duty rota (alternate weekends), supporting boarding life and activities
- Help supervise prep, meals, and recreational time within the boarding house
- Support the boarding team in maintaining a safe, structured, and nurturing environment
Co-Curricular & Enrichment
- Assist with the organisation and supervision of boarding activities, trips, and excursions
- Contribute to the wider co-curricular life of the school, including clubs and enrichment opportunities
- Build positive relationships with pupils and staff across the school community
Essential requirements:
- A recent graduate with a strong interest in sport and working with young people
- Enthusiastic, reliable, and adaptable with a proactive approach
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Willingness to contribute fully to both the sporting and boarding aspects of school life
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently when required
Desirable requirements:
- Experience of coaching or playing sport to a good level
- Previous experience working with children or young people (e.g. coaching, mentoring, camps)
- Interest in teaching or pursuing a career in education
- EAL / TEFL
What We Offer:
- A supportive and inclusive school environment
- Valuable experience in both sport and pastoral care
- Opportunities for professional development and mentoring
- Accommodation and meals during term time (if applicable)
- A vibrant and engaged school community
- Live-in, rent free accommodation
- Use of onsite gym and pool
- Free on-site parking
Prior Park Schools are a family of Christian day and boarding schools comprising Prior Park College (Bath), The Paragon Junior School (Bath) and Prior Park School Gibraltar.
Set in a stunning location Prior Park College is an exceptional 11-18 HMC senior school set in a stunning 57-acre estate overlooking the City of Bath a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Paragon Junior School, Bath an independent, co-educational day school based in a beautiful Georgian house a mile from the centre of Bath. Catering for more than 250 children aged three to 11.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the school is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are “spent” unless they are “protected” under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
Prior Park Schools is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and included. We actively encourage inclusive practices throughout our recruitment process and welcome applications from individuals who share these values.
Interviewing on Thursday 2 July or on receipt of successful applications!
To apply for a position with Prior Park Educational Trust, we ask that the candidates complete an application form, available from our website and return to the below email address:
https://www.priorparkcollege.com/pps-vacancies
For further details, please contact Emma in HR on +44 (0) 1225 835353 or [email protected]
Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and the school reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
