St Joseph's College Reading - Director of Sport

Summary

The College is recruiting a new Director of Sport for September 2026

Detail

St Joseph’s College is seeking to appoint an inspirational and innovative Director of Sport from September 2026. The successful candidate must uphold the College’s strong reputation for sporting inclusivity and also have the innovation and strategic vision to write the next chapter for Sport at the College.

The post holder will have a genuine passion for Sport and have the ability to lead, motivate and develop a team of dedicated staff. Event planning and student engagement are key to this role and the future success of Sport at the College.

This is an exciting time to become part of our dynamic team. Situated in the heart of Reading, St Joseph’s College is the leading independent day school for boys and girls aged 3 to 18 in Berkshire.

For us, success is about more than just exam results or awards. We celebrate each pupil as an individual, and aspire for them to leave St Joseph’s as mature and confident citizens, ready to tackle life head on with energy and vigour. For further details about the school please visit our website https://www.sjcr.org.uk/job-vacancies/ or contact the HR & Recruitment Officer.

Applicants for this post need to complete the application form and return it together with a covering letter to recruitment@sjcr.org.uk or alternatively sent by post to Mrs Guest, HR & Recruitment Officer, St Joseph’s College, Upper Redlands Road, Reading, Berkshire RG1 5JT. Electronic application is encouraged and preferred.

Closing date: 9am, Friday 17 April 2026

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and the vacancy will close once suitable applicants are appointed.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Documents

• Director of Sport March 2026 1 (1) PDF Document