Bedford Girls’ School (BGS) is seeking a passionate and experienced Rowing Coach to join our dynamic Sports Department.

Description

To start as soon as possible.

Paid as Advised

About Bedford Girls’ School

At Bedford Girls’ School, we believe in empowering our students to become confident, compassionate, and accomplished individuals who aspire to change the world around them. We achieve outstanding academic excellence and are dedicated to offering a truly holistic education.

About the Role:

Bedford Girls’ School (BGS) is seeking a passionate and experienced Rowing Coach to join our dynamic Sports Department. We are proud of our strong rowing tradition and are committed to promoting sporting excellence and lifelong fitness for our pupils.

As a Rowing Coach at BGS, you will support the Director of Rowing in delivering a vibrant, inclusive and high-quality rowing programme that aligns with the school’s ethos and strategic vision. Whether you're inspiring beginners or supporting elite performers, your work will help empower young women both on and off the water.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and effective rowing coaching sessions
• Support both curricular and extra-curricular rowing activities.
• Mentor pupils to help them reach their athletic and personal potential
• Maintain and oversee safe use of equipment and uphold health and safety standards
• Represent BGS at events and contribute to community engagement efforts
• Actively participate in fixtures, weekend sessions and school open days

Why Join Us?

Be part of an outstanding forward-looking school who have an ambitious vision to develop the next generation of creative thinkers, change-makers and problem-solvers. Become a member of a friendly inclusive community which values its employees, offering opportunities for professional development and growth. We offer a wide range of benefits including, excellent pension scheme, life insurance, hospital surgical treatment insurance, and a cash plan scheme that includes a variety of wellbeing benefits.

Closing date: 15th May 2026 9am

Interview Date: 20th May 2026

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please email hr@harpurtrust.org.uk or ring 01234 369500

Applicants are encouraged to apply early as immediate interviews are available for exceptional candidates. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications.

At Bedford Girls’ School, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We believe that a diverse team enriches our school community and helps us better meet the needs of our students.

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.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.