Sports Graduate Assistant

ISC group; England; On-site; GBP 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A private educational institution in the UK is seeking a Sports Graduate Assistant on a fixed-term contract from September 2026 to July 2027. The role includes pastoral duties, academic support, and extracurricular involvement. Female applicants only due to an occupational requirement. The position offers £20,700 along with meals and accommodation.

Qualifications

• Able to communicate effectively.
• Able to take responsibility and make sound decisions.
• Adaptable and calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform pastoral and boarding duties.
• Support academic departments and assist with university preparation.
• Involve in extra-curricular activities and trips.

Skills

Effective communication

Decision making

Adaptability

Commitment

Hockey/netball coaching

Education

Educated to degree level

Job description

SPORTS GRADUATE ASSISTANT

FIXED TERM CONTRACT

SEPTEMBER 2026-JULY 2027

£20,700 for the duration of the contact plus meals and accommodation

We are seeking to recruit a responsible and enthusiastic graduate who may wish to pursue a career in teaching. The job will include:

• Pastoral & boarding duties (including some weekends and 4 evenings a week)
• Supporting academic departments and assisting with university preparation
• Involvement in extra‑curricular activities and trips
• Experience in playing or coaching hockey and/or netball would be of particular interest

The Sports Graduate Assistant should be:

• Educated to degree level
• Able to communicate effectively
• Able to take responsibility and make sound decisions
• Adaptable and calm under pressure
• Committed and hard working

There is an occupational requirement (as defined by Schedule 9 (Part 1) of the Equality Act 2010) for the postholder to be female. Accordingly, this post is open to female applicants only.

Please complete the online application form selecting Sports Graduate Assistant from the drop‑down menu.

https://www.st-marys-ascot.co.uk/recruitmentapplicationform/

A short letter of application addressed to the Headmistress, Mrs Danuta Staunton should be included with your application form. Closing date noon of Monday 5 January 2026.

For more information about the role or if you have any questions, please contact Mrs Nic MacRobbie on [e-mail].

Interviews will be held in weeks commencing Monday 5 and Monday 12 January 2026. First interviews will be conducted via zoom.

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date or to close the vacancy prior to closing date if deemed appropriate. Interested applicants are advised to submit their application as early as possible to avoid missing your opportunity to apply. Applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK.

St Mary’s School Ascot is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) and social media checks.