School Games Organiser - Fixed Term

The Rochester Grammar School , Rochester

• Ref:MED887-5445-195T
• Posted:15/12/2025
• Pay:£17,000 for 19.5 hours, 37 weeks
• Start Date:ASAP
• App Close Date:04/01/2026 at 14:00
• Interviews:9 January 2026

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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 offered on a fixed term contract for six months, with the possibility to extend for a further six months subject to funding.

What our Trust will offer you:  

• 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.
• 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.

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).

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. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please emailrecruitment@tsatrust.org.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 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.

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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