Fencing Coach in Godalming

This role is for a BFA-qualified coach who will lead and develop fencing for pupils in Years 9–13, running term-time coaching sessions, refereeing fixtures and growing a club currently of around 15 fencers. You will work with the Director of Sport and the staff member in charge of fencing to deliver high-quality foil coaching, support pupils competing at Public Schools events and contribute to a welcoming sporting culture on a large campus.

What you’ll be doing

• Plan and deliver purposeful, age-appropriate fencing coaching sessions (mainly foil) for Years 9–13.
• Referee matches at school fixtures (home and away) and support match organisation as required.
• Support the staff member in charge of fencing to maintain standards, behaviour expectations and progression pathways for pupils.
• Prepare pupils for the Public Schools Fencing Championships (three full days in March) and other competitions.
• Maintain professional conduct at all times and work with the safeguarding and pastoral teams to protect pupil welfare.
• Liaise with the Director of Sport about timetable, fixtures and any additional training sessions or trips.

What we’re looking for

Essential

• BFA coaching qualification and registration on the BFA Coaching Register.
• Experience coaching young fencers and delivering structured sessions.
• Ability to referee school fixtures and manage match situations calmly.
• Strong professional integrity, discretion and the ability to build positive rapport with pupils.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Desirable

• Proven experience coaching foil across a range of ages/abilities.
• Experience preparing pupils for multi-day competitions or championship events.

If your background is primarily in coaching rather than school employment, this role can form part of an existing coaching circuit or be developed into a larger school-based commitment.

About the team

The Sports Department runs a broad programme beyond the core sports and includes fencing among many options. The Fencing Club currently comprises about 15 pupils from Years 9–13 and sits within a department that supports both school and House fixtures. You will work closely with the Director of Sport and the staff member in charge of fencing and have access to on-site sports facilities and administrative support for fixtures and travel.

What we offer

• Competitive contributory occupational pension scheme and death in service benefit (subject to eligibility).
• Single membership of a private medical insurance scheme (subject to eligibility).
• Cash health plan (+Medicash) and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Payment for eye tests and contribution toward corrective eyewear (subject to eligibility).
• Personal accident insurance.
• School fee remission (subject to eligibility).
• Membership of the School Sports Centre and access to on-site facilities, including the Queen’s Sports Centre, athletics track, golf course and multiple pitches.
• Cycle to Work and salary sacrifice on electric vehicles (subject to eligibility).
• Lunch during normal working day, free on-site parking and invitations to school productions.
• Continuing professional development as part of the School’s talent management programme.

Equal Opportunities

We are creating an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity are seen and valued – for our pupils, for our staff. A culture that supports the enduring Charterhouse education provided to pupils in our global and multi-cultural environment.