Saints Sport is seeking an enthusiastic, innovative and highly organised Participation Programme Coordinator to lead the development, coordination and delivery of an exciting range of sport and activity programmes for children, young people and adults. Working through the vibrant Junior Saints brand and as part of the wider Saints Sport team, you will play a key role in shaping meaningful participation experiences across the University and local community.
This is a dynamic and outward facing role, perfect for someone who thrives in a fast paced environment, enjoys creative programme design, and is passionate about widening access to sport and physical activity. A central focus of the role is generating new participation opportunities and developing sustainable income streams through imaginative and inclusive programming, ranging from Junior Saints festivals and school holiday camps to staff team building sessions, golf lessons and student/community leagues.
Sport is central to life at the University of St Andrews, with around 60% of students staying active through Saints Sport. Bringing together the Athletic Union, student‑led clubs, performance programmes, high quality facilities, and wellbeing initiatives, Saints Sport creates an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive from beginners to elite athletes.
The student run Athletic Union ensures students shape their sporting experience, while Performance Sport offers advanced coaching, specialist support, and scholarships for high performing athletes and teams. With over 50 clubs, a strong focus on wellbeing, and leadership and volunteering opportunities (locally, nationally and internationally) Saints Sport plays a key role in personal development and community engagement.
Based at University Park, Saints Sport benefits from first class facilities and partnerships with BUCS and SSS, and also oversees children’s activity, from the University Nursery to weekly classes and holiday camps. Saints Sport additionally hosts bespoke training camps for professional teams, schools, and clubs, drawn by the quality of facilities and the tranquillity of the St Andrews setting. From student life to community wellbeing, Saints Sport sits at the heart of an active and inspiring St Andrews experience.
Successful candidates will require a PVG check.
For further information and informal enquiries please contact Claire Scott: cls25@st-andrews.ac.uk
Employees of the University have access to a wide range of staff benefits including:
* Annual leave of 30 days, plus 5 public holidays pro rata
* Financial contribution to relocation where applicable
* Membership of the S&LAS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
* A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies
* Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services
* Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel
* Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme
Applications are particularly welcome from people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented in professional posts at the University.
At St Andrews, equality, diversity, and inclusion are central to who we are and form a core pillar of our University Strategy. We are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and supportive workplace, reflected in our participation in national diversity charters and awards, including Athena Swan, Carer Positive and the Race Equality Charter. We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and minority religions backgrounds and from LGBTQ+ and disabled people.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa or by contacting our HR Immigration Team on hrimmigration@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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