Director of Sport

About Us
Stamford School is a large, co-educational day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 2 to 18. Established in 1532, it has a prestigious heritage, but everything we do is focused on preparing young people to lead happy and fulfilling lives in the 21st century. Stamford is a family-friendly, inclusive, happy school with a deep sense of community and belonging. Our students are famously 'rounded and grounded', and we have a broad social mix that our parents greatly value. We strive to provide a stimulating and challenging curriculum that inspires intellectual curiosity and encourages a love of learning. Stamford strives to offer an outstanding, contemporary education. Our students leave us with a flexible, adaptable mindset and an approach to learning that equips them to face the challenges and opportunities of their future. We also believe that a student's emotional well-being is paramount to their overall success. Our pastoral care system is embedded in our daily school life, ensuring that every student feels valued, supported, and understood. We foster strong relationships between students, teachers, and parents, promoting open communication and a sense of belonging within our school community. We are proud to offer a well-rounded education packed with opportunities beyond the classroom.

Job Description
As Director of Sport, you will guide and grow a highly motivated team of 12 full-time specialist PE teachers, 7 full-time professional sports coaches, and a range of talented visiting coaches. Together, you'll develop and deliver a rich, coordinated programme in concert with the Head of Physical Education.

The role requires leadership of the games programme, the development of pathways to performance sport, and health focused initiatives across the whole Stamford School family. You'll have the opportunity to drive innovation, nurture talent, and ensure that every Stamfordian finds their passion for sport whether on the pitch, on the court, in the pool, or discovering a new activity that will stay with them for life.

The leadership of sport in this sector will require the Director of Sport to be able to establish and continue meaningful relationships with Governing bodies, local communities and global educational organisations. The capacity and drive to establish networks of benefit for Stamford will be an important factor in appointment, as will the development of revenue streams via sport.

Sound budgetary control will be key and an agile and entrepreneurial spirit is desirable.

Stamford School offers a range of scholarships and bursaries that benefit students, the wider community and the school and the Director of Sport will be fully supportive of fund-raising efforts in this domain.

Essential Criteria

• A good honours degree in a related subject and postgraduate certificate in education (QTS).
• Experience of teaching or working with GCSE and Sixth Form aged students.
• Willingness to engage with Continuing Professional Development.
• Inspire respect and credibility through the discharge of their duties and use their expertise to influence others in relation to their subject.
• Demonstrate a good knowledge and understanding of current issues relating to the personal development of young people.
• Demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding of how to promote equalities and ensure inclusive teaching and learning practices.
• Ability to inspire, challenge, motivate and empower students as they prepare for life beyond school.
• Proficient in the use of IT with a commitment to maximise the benefits of new technologies.
• Able to build and maintain effective relationships with staff, students and parents.
• Emotional Intelligence and empathy.
• A genuine interest in outcomes for young people.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with staff, students, parents and the wider community.
• A reflective practitioner who seeks advice and support when necessary.
• Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively, particularly in relation to balancing the demands made by teaching.
• Readiness to further own professional development through INSET.
• An ability to think and plan creatively, to solve problems and have a growth mindset.
• Committed to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.

Desirable Criteria

• Working with children in a primary/preparatory school setting.

Application Details

The closing date for applications is
Sunday 9th November 2025
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Interviews held shortly after the closing date.

Further details can be found in the applicant pack attached in the documents section at the bottom of the page.
To apply, please click on the green apply now button.
Stamford Schools are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
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