Head of Cricket and Teacher of Physical Education

We are looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring Head of Cricket and Teacher of PE to join us from the Summer Term 2027. In this role, you will manage the delivery of cricket throughout the school, as well as teach AQA A-Level and GCSE Physical Education, contribute to the sports enrichment programme and deliver core PE sessions. With the introduction of co-education in September 2023 the girls cricket programme is one of the School’s newest sports programmes. This is a full-time teaching role. About You The ideal candidate will have a good Honours degree relevant to the teaching aspects of the role and a cricket coaching qualification that matches the high standard expected of a Head of Cricket. The ability to teach Physical Education to A-level is highly desirable. Applications are welcome from ECTs. You will have played and/or coached cricket at a high level, have experience in teaching the 11-18 age group and demonstrate a real passion for teaching and coaching. Our School Founded in 1646, Reading Blue Coat is a leading independent day school of circa 800 pupils from ages 11 to 18. The School is located on a beautiful 46-acre campus in the village of Sonning, just outside Reading. The School employs more than 200 staff, of whom 50% are academic staff, and provides a stimulating, friendly and supportive atmosphere in which each pupil can realise his or her full intellectual, physical, and creative potential. What we offer Reading Blue Coat offers an exceptional working environment and an attractive rewards package, including excellent benefits such as a pension scheme; free meals; extensive staff discounts; life assurance, tax saving cycle to work and car leasing schemes; free sports and leisure facilities; Employee Assistance Programme; and a strong commitment to professional development. For further details of the role and how to apply please visit our website: www.rbcs.org.uk/about/work-with-us/ or contact the HR department, Tel: 0118 933 5813 email: recruitment@rbcs.org.uk Closing date: 09:00 on Wednesday 4 November 2026 Interviews to take place week commencing 16 November 2026 Applications must be submitted via our website and include a supporting statement outlining your suitability for and interest in the role. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the UK. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced check. Registered charity number 1087839 No agencies, please www.rbcs.org.uk