Resident Graduate - Sport

Resident Graduate Assistant - Sport (with shared responsibility for boarding and chorister chaperoning) St George's School Windsor Castle is seeking an energetic and motivated Resident Graduate Assistant - Sport to join our thriving prep school community from September 2026. The primary responsibility of our graduate assistants is to support the boarding team, providing assistance to the school's Houseparent's and wider boarding staff to ensure that all boarders have a positive and enriching experience throughout the year. This includes specific chaperoning responsibilities for the students who sing as Choristers in the world-renowned choir of St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle. In addition, each graduate has a specialist focus, whether performing arts, sport or marketing, working closely with their respective department to further the aims of that team. Considered a full member of school staff, our graduate assistants perform break and lunch duties and contribute to the co-curricular programme, as well as supporting other school activities and events as required. This currently includes helping with weekly Pre-Prep swimming lessons, accompanying school trips and assisting with events such as concerts and sports days. Compliance with both St George's School Windsor Castle and St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle safeguarding policies and procedures is a mandatory requirement. With such a varied role, we require individuals who are keen to throw themselves into the busy life of our school, injecting energy and enthusiasm in all that they do. Key Responsibilities: Sport Assistant

• Team teaching and assisting with experienced PE teachers
• Coaching and officiating teams as appropriate on weekdays, including attending some tournaments and sporting festivals on weekends
• Teaching small groups in specialised topic areas
• Running or assisting with co-curricular activities as appropriate
• Supporting PE lessons from the ages of 5-13
• Assist with the organisation and running of inter-house sporting events.
• Hold in the highest regard the importance of promoting the school sporting values.
• The ability to inspire students to take part in sport as part of their own personal wellbeing
Chorister Chaperone All graduate assistants share the role of Chorister Chaperone, accompanying the Choristers as they fulfil their duties. This includes daily rehearsals, weekly Evensong and Sunday services in Chapel. As Chaperone, graduate assistants play a key role in the wellbeing of the Choristers. Establishing a strong working relationship with the Boarding and Pastoral Team and Chapel Music Department is key to the success of this role. Boarding Assistant
• Attend breakfast and supper with the boarders when on duty. Assist the Houseparent's and Assistant Houseparent in ensuring good table manners, and that the boarders have a nourishing and healthy diet
• Assist with the daily supervision of music practice, under the direction of the school's Director of Music
• Support boarders with any preparation for drama (LAMDA) exams
• Assist with the supervision of evening prep and study
• Organise and supervise a variety of fun, stimulating and well planned activities for boarders
• Co-curricular supervision / fixtures - Wednesday or Friday afternoon from 2.00 - 6.00pm
• Oversee the supervision of Breakfast Club
• Keep the Houseparent's informed of any issues that arise involving a boarder or chorister, either during the day or in Chapel
• Report any irregular matters or concerns to the Houseparent's, making detailed records
• Additional duties that the Houseparent's may reasonably request
Safeguarding Statement: George's School Windsor Castle is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. The appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks in accordance with the relevant statutory guidance, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, satisfactory references, proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK, a review of the applicant's social media presence and proof of qualifications. How to Apply: Application forms can be found on the Staff Recruitment page of the school website. All completed forms should be submitted by email, marked for the attention of:
• Jonny Onions, Head of Boarding
• Sent to: recruitment@stgwindsor.org
Closing date: Forms should be received no later than 12 noon on Friday 17 April 2026 Interviews will be held as soon as possible after application closing date. Early applications are advised. The school will review applications as they come in and reserves the right to make an earlier appointment.

All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. The appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks in accordance with the relevant statutory guidance, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, satisfactory references, proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK, a review of the applicant's social media presence and proof of qualifications.