Graduate Assistants – Sport Netball, Rowing, Rugby, Cricket, Football, Hockey, and Racket Sports. Location: Wimborne Minster HMC Co-educational Boarding and Day • 663 pupils aged from 13-18 • Sixth Form 281 The School has one of the most beautiful settings of any school in the country and is a very enjoyable and exciting atmosphere in which to work. They wish to appoint, for September 2026, outstanding, enthusiastic and committed university graduates whose principal duty will be to help coach and deliver the School Sports programme focusing on one of the above sports. This programme must offer all of their pupils the chance to explore the opportunities that sport offers, allow them to express themselves through their physical wellbeing activities and facilitate those who wish to excel in their chosen path. The successful candidate will also help in boarding houses, assist with the weekend activities programme, and potentially assist in an academic department appropriate to the strengths of the graduate. Applicants must have the ability to coach at a good level in one of the sports listed, along with the willingness to help in other sports. Experience and ability to help in the athletic development / strength and conditioning programme is a desirable quality. The ability to contribute to other areas of school life is an advantage. The Graduate Assistant role is designed to allow people who might be considering a teaching career to experience life in a boarding school. Previous graduate assistants have gone on to positions in education both at the School and other outstanding independent and state schools both at home and abroad. Equally others have subsequently moved into roles in Elite Sport and business. They are also happy to receive applications from students seeking a placement to support their degree or those wishing to take a year out, but not necessarily considering teaching as a career. This is, initially, a fixed term appointment until July 2027. Accommodation is provided, as are all meals in term-time. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the School, please click apply. Please apply as soon as possible – applications will be considered as they are received The School is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all areas of their Community and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo child protection screening.