Acting Head of Girls' Sport

We are seeking to appoint an Acting Head of Girls’ Sport from January 2027 to cover a period of maternity leave.

King’s has around 140 girls in our co-educational sixth form, where sport plays a central role in school life and forms an important part of the curriculum. We are proud of the breadth of opportunities available and the strong culture of participation, commitment and enjoyment that underpins sport throughout the school.

The successful post-holder will be an ambassador for girls’ sport within the King’s community, overseeing the co-ordination and running of girls’ sport. In particular, they will lead the netball programme which is a core sport in the spring term.

The successful candidate may also contribute to the boys’ and co-educational sports programme across the junior and/or senior schools, in line with their interests and experience.

The post is offered on a full-time or part-time basis, and the working pattern for this role must include fixtures and training sessions on Monday afternoons, Wednesday afternoons and Saturdays.

Applications are welcomed from qualified teachers, recent graduates, sports coaches and those returning to work after a career break. King’s is committed to supporting colleagues at every stage of their career through a strong culture of training, mentoring and ongoing professional development.

Person Specification

Essential:

• is enthusiastic, motivational and has a genuine passion for girls’ sport and engagement

• demonstrates a strong interest and technical expertise in netball, together with coaching ability or potential

• works hard, with energy, dynamism and resilience, ready both to lead and to work as part of a team

• has strong pastoral instincts and a commitment to excellent pastoral care and safeguarding for all pupils

• is open minded, adaptable and forward-thinking

• promotes a culture of kindness and respect alongside quality, diversity and inclusion among pupils and departmental colleagues so everyone feels they fully belong

Desirable:

• has a level 2 netball coaching or equivalent qualification

• possesses a netball umpiring qualification or a good knowledge of the umpiring rules

King’s is one of the most successful schools in the world, with outstanding academic results, first-class pastoral care and a vibrant co-curriculum. Overlooking Wimbledon Common, the school is situated in one of the most attractive parts of south east England and benefits from exceptional grounds and facilities.

To apply for this role, please register your details online via our website:

Once you have registered your details with us, you can apply for vacancies by logging into the candidate area using your email address and chosen password. You will be asked to fill an online application form which includes a covering letter.

Please use the cover letter to explain how your own skills and experiences match the person specification for this role. The cover letter is an opportunity for you to share with us how you are suited to this role, how your skills are transferable to the key requirements, and your relevant life experiences or interests.

Closing date: 9am on Monday 2nd November 2026.

Interview date to be confirmed.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

King’s is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. King’s College School is fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusivity in its recruitment of teaching and support staff.