Head of Faculty: Sport

Kensington Park School is seeking to appoint a highly qualified, inspirational and enthusiastic Head of the Sport from September 2024; or as soon as possible. The individual who is appointed will be an outstanding classroom practitioner, with a proven track record in teaching Physical Education and Sport throughout the School; the ability to teach Physical Education to GCSE and A level would be a significant advantage. The successful candidate will teach Physical Education and games, coaching students in a number of the main sporting options offered at KPS such as, Netball, Hockey, Football and Athletics. They will be responsible for the overall monitoring of both girls and boys' games from Y7-13.

Kensington Park School is a co-educational independent school situated in the heart of cosmopolitan London with a commitment to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. The School combines a rigorous academic education with an emphasis on developing the whole student by giving them a broad educational experience and strong pastoral care. The small class sizes ensure that a personalised and individual education is delivered to each student. The School has an extensive and thriving co-curricular programme to which a contribution will be expected.

The successful applicant will join a forward-thinking and high-achieving department and be committed to delivering genuinely imaginative, varied and challenging courses. Each year its leavers take up places at Oxbridge and other top universities in the UK, Europe, North America and around the world. The salary will reflect individual experience.

Kensington Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Full details can be found on our Job Description

Early applications are encouraged as they may be reviewed upon receipt and interviews may be scheduled (and appointments made) in advance of the closing date.