Sports Assistant (Rugby) We are seeking to appoint a ‘top class’ individual to take on the role of full time, term-time Sports Assistant at Hampton School from September 2025 to July 2026. The successful candidate will contribute to sporting and co-curricular programme across the school and will work closely with the Sport and PE department assisting with PE lessons and coaching across a number of different sports. Alongside their work in Sport and PE, they will provide as a minimum, 2 days of cover supervision. We are committed to creating a safe, positive, challenging and disciplined learning environment where all players are given the opportunity to strive for excellence, with support from the coaching staff, who set the very highest standards. The role would be ideally suited to a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual with a passion for Rugby and young people and wishing to gain valuable experience in a School environment. Hampton is one of the country’s top sporting schools where many boys compete at regional, national and international level. The ability to coach Rugby is essential and the ability to contribute to Cricket or another summer sport such as Athletics or Tennis is desirable. The successful candidate must be available to work on Saturdays to accompany students to sporting fixtures, coaching junior teams and refereeing matches. You will also assist with cover for lessons across the School, as required. The School reserves the right to commence or complete the interview process at any time prior to the closing date so we encourage applications as soon as possible. Hampton is one of the country’s foremost independent schools and is rated 'exceptional' by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) for pupils’ achievements and learning. Inspectors also praised the School for fostering a culture “in which the individual matters and everyone’s contribution is valued.” Equality, diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our ethos and the School has a thriving partnerships programme. Further details of the post can be found in the attached job description and by visiting the Hampton School website. Hampton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful applicant will be subject to child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced disclosure through the DBS. The post holder's responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom s/he is responsible, or with whom s/he comes into contact will be to adhere to and ensure compliance with the School's Safeguarding Policy and Procedures at all times. Hampton School is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Hampton School is a Registered Charity No 1120005. Company No 06264434.. Location : Richmond upon Thames, Greater London