School Games Organiser - Fixed Term

The Rochester Grammar School , Rochester

  • Ref:MED887-5445-193S
  • Posted:17/09/2025
  • Pay:£14,00 for 19.5 hours, 37 weeks
  • Start Date:ASAP
  • App Close Date:28/09/2025 at 23:45
  • Interviews:TBC

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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 our Trust will offer you:  

  • Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
  • 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!
  • 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. 

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

For an informal chat about this position, please contact Ruth Rivers via email at (Ruth.Rivers@rochestergrammar.tsat.uk).

 

Information about the school

At The Rochester Grammar School we are a passionate team, dedicated to our ethos of “excellence for all”. We have the highest expectations of all of 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.

From September 2025, we will be offering A Levels only in the Sixth Form.

Our dedicated staff are passionate about seeing every child fulfil their potential.

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.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Tracy Pocock
  • Address:The Rochester Grammar School, Maidstone Road, Rochester, Kent, ME1 3BY
  • Telephone: 0333 360 2120
  • Email: recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.