Appointment of Graduate Assistant(s)

September 2026

The King’s School, Canterbury, Kent, a co-educational boarding & day secondary school with 910 pupils, is looking for a Graduate Assistant(s) for a one-year contract. The King's School offer a supportive programme for graduates who want experience in a dynamic school environment while exploring a potential future in teaching or education. The role offers plenty of hands-on experience, alongside strong mentoring and guidance from experienced staff, helping you build confidence, skills, and a real understanding of school life. For those considering teacher training, the programme provides valuable insight, professional development, and evidence that can greatly enhance teacher training applications, making it an excellent stepping stone into the profession.

We are looking for inspirational and motivated graduates to join the Physical Education and Games department. The role of the Graduate Assistant is to provide support across the department and to coach sport, in addition to the duties below. Candidates should possess a sound academic background, and who have a strong knowledge and interest in sport together with the ability to coach and motivate a team in each of the three terms of the school year.

You will be required to:

Coach and umpire/referee each term in a combination of the school’s main sports which are hockey, rugby, netball, football, lacrosse, cricket, girls’ cricket, fencing, rowing or tennis. Ability in other sports will be welcome but only in addition to these. The ability to lead on Strength and Conditioning sessions would be an advantage.

Undertake day and evening duties in a boarding house as part of a House tutor team under the supervision of a Housemaster or Housemistress, to include late night lock ups on 2 evenings a week.

Have a willingness to assist with administrative tasks on occasion as required by the school.

Appreciate the requirements of a busy boarding school, which will include a commitment to Saturday matches and other week-end activities, as well as some school supervision duties during the term, as carried out by other teaching staff.

The willingness and ability to contribute to other aspects of co-curricular life (e.g. music, drama, debating, CCF, DofE) or help with school trips would be an advantage.

Shared accommodation will be provided, as well as other benefits such as on-going training and equipment as required. School meals are available during term time and Gold membership at the King’s School Recreation Centre. The King’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

For further information and to apply online, please visit: Current Job Vacancies • The King's School, Canterbury Please contact rals@kings-school.co.uk if you want more information.

Deadline for applications: The post will be closed once we have appointed to the position and therefore early applications are advised.