Sports Coach
Sport and physical education are integral to Royal Russell School. You will be part of a large department of 31 staff, led by our dynamic Director of Sport, Health, and Fitness.
You will be joining a team of sector-leading teachers and coaches, including ex-professional athletes and highly experienced teaching practitioners. You will share our passion for helping pupils compete and achieve their potential.
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Sports Coach at a well-resourced, high-achieving school. This is an exciting opportunity to work with high-performing student-athletes and competitive sports teams.
You will be a motivated and values-driven Sports Coach who promotes a competitive spirit within the teams they work with — one that balances high standards with mutual respect and support, regardless of individual abilities or outcomes.
You will be passionate about coaching in one or more of our core sports (netball, football, hockey, cricket) and committed to supporting teams and individuals to succeed at all levels. A Level 2 Coaching qualification, the ability to coach football and cricket, or another second sport, are desirable but not essential.
We believe the strength of a team starts with the people in the room.
If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to be part of something meaningful, we want to hear from you.
Working hours:
Monday: 13.00 – 17.30Tuesday: 15.50 – 17.30
Wednesday: 13.00 – 17.30
Saturday: 09.00 – 11.30
Salary: c£17,500 per annum (term time, 15 hours per week with attendance at some weekend and evening fixtures and competitions expected)
Our Offer
Royal Russell offers excellent benefits including a competitive salary on our own salary scale.
As part of the vibrant community at Royal Russell, you will join a friendly and dedicated team with easy access to transport links (Coombe Lane tram stop is opposite the School entrance).
In addition, we offer:
- Pension scheme and life insurance
- Meals in the dining hall during term-time
- Social events throughout the year, including a Christmas party for all staff
- Cycle to work scheme (salary sacrifice)
- Octopus electric car scheme (salary sacrifice)
- Free on-site parking
- Use of our on-site sports facilities, including tennis courts, swimming pool and gym
A discount of up to 50% on school fees (85% discount for wrap around care before and after school during term-time) and a 25% discount with Royal Russell Holiday Club, which operates during school holiday periods.
Location: Our School is 10 minutes from East Croydon Train Station, with direct links to Central London (15 minutes) and Gatwick Airport (25 minutes).
Further Information
Full details of our staff benefits and recruitment procedures can be found on our school recruitment page at: www.royalrussell.co.uk/discover/vacancies
You can also contact us by email at hr@royalrussell.co.uk or telephone HR on 020 8657 4433.
Applications (forms can be found on our website) will be considered on receipt and should arrive no later than 09:00 on Wednesday, 14th May 2025. Interviews are likely to take place on Tuesday, 20th May 2025.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (including a check against the Children’s Barred List) and other pre-employment screening including references and medical fitness.