About the School – Charterhouse Square
Charterhouse Square is a non‑selective, co‑educational independent school based in the City of London for students aged 3‑11 years. The school has excellent transport links, with the Elizabeth line, Farringdon mainline and Barbican tube all within a 5‑minute walk. With a friendly and unpretentious approach, Charterhouse Square School offers education from Nursery and Early Years through to Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
At Charterhouse Square School we believe a happy and stimulating learning environment is fundamental to academic success. Students achieve exceptional academic results at 11+ from a broad and balanced curriculum, with a strong emphasis on numeracy and literacy but with ample time also dedicated to physical education and the arts.
About Cognita
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 90 schools in 21 countries across Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East, serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools is proudly unique, but our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can thrive in a rapidly evolving world.
We nurture each student’s distinct personality and strengths, supporting them academically, socially, and emotionally wherever they are in the world. Our schools safeguard what’s special about each child, while providing rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. Children become part of a larger community through the collective wisdom of over 90 schools in 21 countries, ensuring every child receives world‑class education.
About the Role
We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our Senior Leadership Team as Wrap Manager and Head of Sports. This role is pivotal in delivering high‑quality wraparound and holiday provision, ensuring pupils benefit from engaging, educational experiences outside school hours. You will shape and manage a dynamic programme tailored to pupils and families, oversee staff, enrichment activities, and day‑to‑day operations, and drive excellence in the teaching of PE and sport.
As Head of Sports, you will foster confidence, resilience, teamwork, and physical literacy across all age groups, supporting the school’s vision of broad, inclusive, and inspiring enrichment, sport, and wellbeing for every child. The position is permanent, full‑time, starting 1 September 2026.
Who We Are Looking For
You will be a passionate and driven professional with a strong background in teaching PE and delivering engaging sports and enrichment programmes to a range of age groups. The ideal candidate will hold Qualified Teacher Status (or equivalent) and a degree in Physical Education, Sports Science, or a related field, with experience working with children in educational or childcare settings.
Leadership, organisational and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to inspire and motivate both pupils and staff while managing multiple priorities effectively. You will collaborate with colleagues, parents and external partners, maintain safeguarding, health and safety, and uphold high standards of behaviour management. You will create inclusive, high‑quality provision that supports all pupils to thrive, demonstrating resilience, professionalism, and a commitment to equality, diversity and the wellbeing of every child.
Benefits
- Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
- Enrolment in our pension scheme
- Free lunch provided during term time
- School holidays and public holidays
- School fee discount
- Exclusive third‑party discounts
- Ongoing professional development
Safeguarding and Equality
Cognita Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including enhanced DBS. Our safeguarding and child protection policy is available on the school website. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.
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