Sports Graduate

We are looking for an outstanding Sports Graduate to join a thriving and well established Sports Department. The successful candidate will have excellent knowledge and coaching experience, ideally within our core sports of Rugby, Hockey and Cricket. Knowledge and coaching experience in other sports/activities would also be advantageous. The role is suitable for recent graduates who are looking to start a career in the independent sector or an individual who has previously specialised in sports coaching. The individual should be both ambitious in terms of developing and building on their own skillset, as well as setting and delivering high standards to the pupils they coach. They should also have the ability to work in an environment where teachers often collaborate, and team teach classes. Athletic development sits at the heart of the PE programme, with any experience or qualifications in this field strengthening an application. We would also welcome relevant qualifications in first aid, pool lifesaving and any sports specific accreditations, as well as playing experience. Working Arrangement

• 10-month Fixed Term contract (3rd September 2026 to 8th July 2027).
• Term time plus 4 weeks to be worked as required by the Director of Sport.
• Flexibility in the performance of the role will be required to support Saturday fixtures and the demands of the Sports department.
• 37.5 hours per week (8.00am - 4.30pm) including an hour unpaid lunch.
• £21,304 to be paid over the duration of the 10-month contract.
The Process Please complete an application form and an accompanying letter (maximum 500 words) outlining your suitability for the post; you may wish to include a brief CV. Applications to be submitted by Wednesday 13 May 2026, 9am Interviews to be held on Monday 18 May 2026 If you have any further queries regarding the role, please email The Director of Sport, Mr Gareth Roots (gdr@mtsn.org.uk). Applications to (email or post): Recruitment Officer, Merchant Taylors' School, Sandy Lodge, Northwood, Middlesex, HA6 2HT Email: recruitment@mtsn.org.uk Merchant Taylors' School is an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This role will bring you into contact with children, you are expected to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

We are looking for an outstanding Sports Graduate to join a thriving and well established Sports Department. The successful candidate will have excellent knowledge and coaching experience, ideally within our core sports of Rugby, Hockey and Cricket. Knowledge and coaching experience in other sports/activities would also be advantageous. The role is suitable for recent graduates who are looking to start a career in the independent sector or an individual who has previously specialised in sports coaching. The individual should be both ambitious in terms of developing and building on their own skillset, as well as setting and delivering high standards to the pupils they coach. They should also have the ability to work in an environment where teachers often collaborate, and team teach classes. Athletic development sits at the heart of the PE programme, with any experience or qualifications in this field strengthening an application. We would also welcome relevant qualifications in first aid, pool lifesaving and any sports specific accreditations, as well as playing experience.


• 10-month Fixed Term contract (3rd September 2026 to 8th July 2027).
• Term time plus 4 weeks to be worked as required by the Director of Sport.
• Flexibility in the performance of the role will be required to support Saturday fixtures and the demands of the Sports department.
• 37.5 hours per week (8.00am - 4.30pm) including an hour unpaid lunch.
• £21,304 to be paid over the duration of the 10-month contract.