School Games Organiser
The Rochester Grammar School, Rochester, Kent, ME1 3BYDeadline is tomorrow
Closing date
6 January 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
15 December 2025
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- Physical education
Working pattern
- Part time: 19.5 hours per week
Contract type
- Fixed term - end of March 2026 initially
Actual salary
- £17,000 for 19.5 hours, 37 weeks
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Rochester Grammar School are seeking to appoint a School Games Organiser, who will be instrumental in championing the vision and mission of the School Games program, making a positive and meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people, through sports and physical activity. You will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing the School Games in your designated area. Your focus will be on addressing national priorities, such as tackling inequalities, promoting youth engagement, and enhancing physical literacy through the School Games.
Our School Games Organise will have:
- A passion for promoting physical activity and sports among young people.
- Proven experience in event planning, community engagement, or youth development.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Understanding of local educational settings and youth demographics.
- Familiarity with relevant tools such as School Games Mark and Inclusive Health Check is desirable.
- Commitment to addressing inequalities and fostering inclusivity in sports and physical activities.
Join us as a School Games Organiser and contribute to the transformation of young lives through sports and physical activities. Together, we can create a positive and inclusive sporting environment that empowers all young people to achieve their personal best.
We would love to hear from you if you have experience as a sports coach or have sports development experience.
This post is initially based on a fixed term contract until the end of March, however there may be the possibility to extend the contract until the end of August 2026, subject to funding.
What the school offers its staff
- Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
- Training: Expanded your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
- Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
- Fitness and Wellness: Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at The Rochester Grammar School, New Horizons Children’s Academy and Maritime Academy.
- Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
- Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
- TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
- Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park on-site.
- TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About The Rochester Grammar School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1171 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Rochester Grammar School website
- Email address
- Ruth.Rivers@rochestergrammar.tsat.uk
At The Rochester Grammar School we are a passionate team, dedicated to our ethos of “excellence for all”. We have the highest expectations for all our learners in their commitment to academic achievement, respect for others and contribution to the school community. Our students are excited to learn in an inclusive environment full of enriching opportunities and go on to attend outstanding universities.
Our dedicated staff are passionate about seeing every child fulfil their potential.
We are thrilled to become the first school in the Thinking Schools Academy Trust to be awarded the prestigious Silver Rights Respecting Schools Award from UNICEF.
Rochester Grammar School are delighted to be the only Medway-based secondary school in the top 50 of The Sunday Times Parent Power List for 2025.
Arranging a visit to The Rochester Grammar School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email Ruth.Rivers@rochestergrammar.tsat.uk.
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