Head of Rugby

When you join the team at Heriot’s, you become part of our community, where the contribution of every individual is important and valued. The Heriot’s motto, to “distribute chearfullie”, is at the heart of school - distributing of kindness, of support and of generosity remains as live today as it was in 1628 when George Heriot founded the school.
Our most recent staff survey reported that 97% of employees at Heriot’s feel motivated and happy to work here and we aim to provide a friendly, welcoming, and supportive environment for all of our people. This aim is reflected in the package we offer which, for our teaching staff, in addition to salary (which includes a Heriot’s enhancement), teacher holidays and pension, includes:
Enhanced sick pay, maternity and paternity pay
Family friendly policies (Including Personal Emergency Leave Days)
Continued professional development opportunities
Travel to work schemes
School Fee Remission (non-contractual benefit)
Employee Assistance programme, including 24/7 counselling helpline and high street, supermarket, and general retail discounts
Opportunities for involvement in the wider school community
We aim to attract and retain a diverse group of talented people, who are committed to upholding the school’s ethos. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
We are looking for a dedicated, committed and enthusiasticPE professional who plays a full role in providing and overseeing the Rugby Programme across George Heriot’s school as our Head of Rugby.
Alongside normal teaching duties, the post will hold a time allowance against and willinvolve the direct management of the School’s Rugby Programme which includes line management of our permanent Rugby Coach and team of seasonal coaches. You will work closely with the Director of PE & Sport the PE and Sports Administrator to organise and develop the Rugby fixture list across the whole school. The Head of Rugby will be expected to ensure that high standards of coaching are in place across all age groups and lead a formal coaching programme.
Physical Education is taught through Core PE to all pupils from Nursery to S5 and a Games programme that encompasses P5 to S6. In S3 pupils have the option to choose National 5 PE, progressing on to Higher PE in S5 and S6. The successful applicant will be required to teach across all levels.
The department runs an extensive extra-curricular programme which the applicant would be expected to contribute to throughout the weekand on Saturday mornings, this may include organising sports days and other events.
Please see job description for full details.
A clear understanding of and commitment to the Heriot’s Aims and Values.
Appropriately qualified and successful teacher
Must be registered or eligible for registration with the GTCS
Relevant SRU or equivalent Rugby coaching qualifications
Previous experience of coaching & playing Rugby to a high level
Proven ability to relate well to and communicate effectively with pupils, staff and parents
Additional Information
Heriot’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and youngpeople and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults,under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 and the successful candidateswill be required to obtain membership of the PVG scheme.
Please note that parking is not available on our campus
George Heriot’s Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and we welcome applicationsfrom all sections of the community.
George Heriot’s School is governed by George Heriot’s Trust, Scottish Charity numberSC011463
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