The Duke of York’s Royal Military School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and skilled Resident Sports Coach with a specialism in Hockey to join the School from September 2026. The successful candidate will support the delivery of high-quality PE, Games and co-curricular sport across Years 7–13, coaching hockey and contributing to wider sports provision, including netball and other major sports. The role also includes supporting fixtures, extracurricular activities and the wider boarding life of the School, making it an excellent opportunity for someone considering a career in education or coaching.
Key responsibilities To help deliver and coach the hockey programme throughout the School
Delivering Academic Physical Education and the Games Programme
To promote sport, health and wellbeing for life in the School
To help to develop our major sports such as; Hockey, Netball, Cricket & Athletics.
To help the delivery of coaching sessions in other sporting areas when directed by the Director of Sport/Head of PE
Full involvement for all timetabled games and PE lessons
Weekend fixtures coaching, refereeing or umpiring
Responsibility for coaching teams and running team practices throughout the year during games lessons and in the clubs and activities programme
Covering academic lessons and invigilation as required
Involvement with evening and weekend duties within one of the boarding houses as a tutor
Undertake any reasonable tasks that the Director of Sport/Head of PE deemed to be appropriate
What we offer Full-board accommodation and meals
Involvement in weekend sport and co-curricular life
Access to on-site gym and swimming pool
Mentoring and professional development opportunities, including CPD and coaching qualifications
If you're energetic, motivated,



and ready to be part of a unique and forward-looking boarding school community, we’d love to hear from you.
Undergraduate degree in sport science or equivalent
Ability to lead hockey and netball coaching sessions
Leadership qualities, and the ability to enthuse and motivate students
Clear and effective communication skills
The drive and eagerness to contribute to the co-curricular life of the School
An ability to collaborate with staff and relate to students
Act appropriately and professional with pupils, staff and parents at all times
Be organised with the ability to adapt to different situations
Sense of humour
Driving license
Desirable Relevant coaching, refereeing or umpiring qualifications
Willingness to engage in continuous professional development
Ability to coach other sports (athletics, cricket, rugby, etc.)
Strength & Conditioning background
Experience of playing or coaching Netball or Hockey to a high level
First Aid Training/ lifeguarding Training
Previous experience of working in a boarding house, School or equivalent
Established in 1803 by His Royal Highness Frederick, Duke of York, The Duke of York's Royal Military School has a rich history rooted in educating the children of military personnel. Originally located in Chelsea, the School relocated to its current site in Dover, Kent, in 1909. Today, the School offers full, weekly, and flexi boarding options for over 500 students aged 11 to 18.




Operating on an independent School model, it provides high-quality education, a wide range of extracurricular activities, and outstanding facilities. The School enjoys academic success way above the national average with well over half of all of grades being A* – B, BTEC with an average of Distinction, and 85% achieving A – C grades.
95% of students move on to university, with 73% achieving their aspirational first choice and 40% moving to Oxbridge and Russell group universities. Ranked in the top 5% of Schools nationally, students make outstanding progress at GCSE, achieving over two-thirds of a grade higher than the national average. The progress students make during their time at the School is a significant strength.
Factors contributing to high academic standards include supervised prep, Saturday morning lessons, small class sizes, and proactive encouragement for each student to achieve their best. The School operates on an independent model, with a dynamic schedule that includes Saturday morning classes and afternoon activities such as sports and performances.
The School's aim is to provide an all-round education with an academic focus, encapsulated in the Dukies; motto: "Looking forward with confidence, looking back with pride."
An extensive co-curricular programme with over 60 clubs and societies offers a wide range of opportunities, exposing students to current experiences and setting them apart as they embark on their next life stages, well-equipped with essential skills for success.
The Duke of York's Royal Military School continues to honour its rich heritage while embracing innovation, providing a nurturing environment where students thrive academically and personally.

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📌 Resident Sports Coach - Hockey (Newfoundland and Labrador)
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