Head of School Rugby
*Independent Boarding School - East Kent
*Start: September 2026
*Salary: (£37,061 FTE) equivalent to £28,432 pro rata per annum, plus an additional £3,901 per annum for Boarding
Head of School Rugby
Academics, Canterbury are delighted to be working in partnership with a highly regarded independent boarding school to recruit an outstanding Head of School Rugby.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and forward-thinking coach to lead and develop a thriving rugby programme. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of rugby across the school, driving participation and performance while leading the 1st XV and 7s programmes.
A key feature of the role is the opportunity to work in partnership with a professional rugby club, contributing to an elite player pathway and supporting talented students in progressing to higher levels of the game.
You will also play a vital role in supporting and developing staff, delivering high-quality coaching, and contributing to the wider sports provision. As part of a full boarding environment, the role includes tutoring and pastoral responsibilities.
The ideal candidate will have:
*Proven experience coaching rugby to a high standard (minimum Level 3 RFU)
*Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire both students and staff
*A passion for developing players across all ability levels
*Excellent organisational and communication skills
Experience in coaching additional sports and working within a boarding environment would be advantageous.
In return, the school offers:
*A supportive and ambitious sporting environment
*Opportunities to work within an elite player development pathway
*Boarding duty allowance
*Potential onsite accommodation
Academics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures.