Head of Performance and Athletic Wellbeing
We are seeking to appoint a Head of Performance and Athletic Well-being to start in September 2026 or January 2027. The post holder will be responsible for the planning and implementation of athletic development in the whole School PE curriculum to engage all students in movement skills and well-being.
We are seeking to appoint a Head of Performance and Athletic Well-being to start in September 2026 or January 2027.
The post holder will be responsible for the planning and implementation of athletic development in the whole School PE curriculum to engage all students in movement skills and well-being.
In addition to this, the promotion of performance with sport teams, sports scholars, groups and individuals is required to enhance the performance in sport throughout the School and support those who are working towards specific performance goals.
Main responsibilities
Planning and preparation (10 periods):
Infrastructure development and planning; Sports scholars and DAP; Senior sport; Physical testing and reporting; Performance individuals (support and planning);Return from injury to school sport process ( in co-ordination with external pathways); Extracurricular clubs.
Practical delivery (6 curriculum, 10 extracurricular, 14 small group/individual sessions):
To be completed in student study periods, curriculum lessons and extracurricular clubs (before school, lunchtime and after school).
Curriculum lessons – FMS, ball skills, co-ordination, HRF, Athletics; Sports scholars selection days (13+, 16+); Sports scholars sessions (Year 9 – U6).
Main sports S&C (lacrosse, netball, football, tennis and cricket).
Performance individuals (Higher performers from year 7 upwards).
Athletic development group training (DAP from Y8 upwards, Y7 Learn to train).
Extra-curricular clubs (recreational).
Rehabilitation and return to sport sessions.
Pre-season camps (out of term time/weekends).
Practical testing with senior athletics.
Support of school fixtures at weekends.
All staff share the responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of the students, in accordance with the School’s safeguarding policies.
For full job details and an application form, please visit our website: www.shsk.org.uk/about/vacancies/
Closing date: Monday 11 May 2026 at 9am.
Interviews: week commencing 18 May 2026.
Further Information
https://shsk.org.uk/vacancy/head-of-performance-and-athletic-wellbeing/
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Faringdon Road, Abingdon, OX14 1BE
- 716 Day Girls (9-18)
- GSA, HMC, ISC
01235 520173 www.shsk.org.uk
Closing Date: 11 May 2026
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