Paid as Advised Sports Coaches

Summary

Bedford Girls’ School is looking to appoint enthusiastic, knowledgeable and inspiring PAA Sports Coaches to join our dynamic and ambitious Sports Department.

Detail

Paid As Advised Sports Coaches

About Bedford Girls’ School

Bedford Girls’ School is where girls soar; as the region’s largest girls’ school we empower our students to become confident, compassionate, and accomplished individuals who aspire to change the world around them. We always strive to be leaders in girls’ education and every decision is made with girls at its heart, designed to prepare them for a future of endless possibilities.

About the Role:

Bedford Girls’ School is looking to appoint enthusiastic, knowledgeable and inspiring PAA Sports Coaches to join our dynamic and ambitious Sports Department.

We are seeking enthusiastic and experienced coaches with specialist expertise in at least one of our major winter sports: Hockey, Lacrosse and/or Netball. The ability to coach confidently across a broader range of sports would be a significant advantage. In particular, we are looking for PAA Sports Coaches who can also contribute positively to our summer programme, supporting the delivery of Cricket, Tennis and/or Athletics.

We are looking for adaptable, energetic coaches who are passionate about girls’ sport and can inspire pupils of all abilities to develop their skills, confidence and enjoyment of sport. This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving all-girls sporting environment where we are passionate about providing outstanding sporting experiences for every student; from those discovering a sport for the first time through to athletes competing at regional and national level.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote excellence in coaching and learning to ensure pupils develop their potential in at least one of our major sports.

• Umpiring and coaching at tournaments throughout the school year, including at after school fixtures both home and away.

• Lead training sessions and fixtures, which take place at the weekends and occasionally during the school holidays.

• Exemplify in own practice the skills of coaching and learning typified by lead professionals and ensure that good practice is shared through sports.

• Maintain and oversee safe use of equipment and uphold health & safety standards.

Why Join Us?

Be part of the future of girls’ education in an outstanding progressive school with an ambitious vision, where every individual is valued. We are committed to offering our employees opportunities for professional growth and development. We offer a wide range of benefits including, excellent pension scheme, life insurance, hospital surgical treatment insurance, and a cash plan scheme that includes a variety of wellbeing benefits.

Closing date: Thursday 22nd October 2026

Interview Date: Monday 26th October 2026

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please email hr@harpurtrust.org.uk or ring 01234 369500

Applicants are encouraged to apply early as immediate interviews are available for exceptional candidates. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications.

At Bedford Girls’ School, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We believe that a diverse team enriches our school community and helps us better meet the needs of our students.

The 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 (DBS). The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

Documents

• Sports Coach JDPS 2026 PDF Document