Teacher of Sport / Sports Coach

Key Responsibilities

1) Teaching, Coaching & Skill Development
- Deliver the PE curriculum and provide high-quality coaching sessions for both Primary and Secondary students.
- Work with students of various skill levels, ensuring a safe, inclusive, enjoyable, and progressive learning environment.
- Enhance core sports offerings in volleyball, basketball, football, and swimming, with expertise in at least one area preferred.
- Conduct sessions in additional sports such as badminton, tennis, dance, fencing, yoga, fitness, or athletics, based on your skill set.
- Foster physical literacy, teamwork, resilience, sportsmanship, and a lasting enjoyment of physical activity.

2) Planning, Assessment & Student Progress
- Create engaging, structured lessons or sessions that align with departmental guidelines.
- Provide feedback to students while monitoring their skill development and overall engagement.
- Assist with internal assessments and reporting as needed.
- Support IGCSE PE theory or practical components when applicable (desirable but not mandatory).

3) Co-curricular Sport, Fixtures & Competitive Leagues
- Lead or assist with after-school training sessions across different age groups.
- Coach teams for local leagues and tournaments, demonstrating flexibility with hours and days during competition seasons.
- Help organize fixtures, manage transportation, supervision, equipment, and event-day logistics.
- Encourage inclusive participation while developing talent and fostering competitive excellence.

4) Swimming Provision
- Assist with swimming lessons for K–12 students as appropriate.
- Support novice, developing, or squad swimmers based on your experience and certifications.
- Adhere to all safety, supervision, and poolside protocols in collaboration with lifeguards and the Head of Sport.

5) Safety, Conduct & Professionalism
- Uphold high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and student behavior.
- Ensure appropriate supervision ratios and the safe use of sports equipment and facilities.
- Prepare teaching/coaching areas and assist with general departmental operations.
- Exemplify professional behavior, punctuality, and positive communication with students, colleagues, and families.

6) Co-Curricular, House System & Community Engagement
- Deliver or support sports clubs, recreational fitness sessions, or wellbeing programs.
- Participate in the House system through inter-House competitions and events.
- Collaborate on school-wide activities such as sports days, tournaments, swim galas, charity events, and festivals.
- Promote a positive sporting culture that embodies RGSPP’s values and commitment to holistic education.

Profile of the Successful Candidate
We seek an individual who is:
- Energetic, enthusiastic, and passionate about youth sports and physical activity.
- Flexible, positive, and focused on solutions, willing to assist wherever needed.
- Comfortable engaging with students of varying ages and skill levels.
- Skilled in forging strong, supportive relationships with students and their families.
- A team player who thrives in a collaborative, international environment.
- Professional, organized, dependable, and committed to safeguarding and wellbeing.

Essential Qualifications & Experience
Candidates should fulfill the criteria for either the teaching pathway or the coaching pathway:

Teaching pathway:
- A degree along with a PGCE, B.Ed., QTS, or a recognized international teaching qualification.

Coaching pathway:
- Accredited coaching qualifications (from a national body or international equivalent) in at least one sport.
- Significant experience coaching children or young people in school, club, or community settings.

For both pathways:
- Experience working with children of various ages.
- Experience coaching one or more school sports (volleyball, basketball, football, swimming strongly preferred).
- Willingness to work flexible hours during competition seasons.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Capability to teach IGCSE PE or contribute to theory/practical components.
- Experience coaching multiple sports.
- Certification in swimming instruction/coaching or lifeguarding.
- First aid qualification.
- Experience coaching teams in leagues, tournaments, or clubs.
- Background in an international or multilingual learning environment.

Safeguarding Statement
RGS Phnom Penh is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant must be open to undergoing child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and enhanced background checks.

Equal Opportunities
Reigate Grammar School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an environment that values individuality and diversity while promoting perseverance, tolerance, and integrity. Candidates will be assessed based solely on relevant criteria (skills, qualifications, abilities, experience) during selection and recruitment.

All Teachers at RGSPP
- Contribute to the pastoral care and holistic provision for students at RGSPP.
- Teach (or be available for Private Study supervision or cover) a designated timetable each week.
- Accept responsibilities within their department as reasonably required, including assisting with setting and grading internal examinations, entrance exams, and scholarship assessments, along with recording results.
- Develop and share resources and best practices, contributing to departmental meetings and the online departmental handbook.
- Set and mark work in line with school and department policies; provide constructive feedback; maintain accurate records of student attainment and progress; prepare assessments and reports as necessary.
- Attend meetings (staff meetings, INSET, Parents’ Briefings) and communicate with parents at planned school events and other appropriate opportunities.