Job Description

UWCSEA Dover invites applications for an experienced and forward-thinking Head of Gymnastics, starting in March 2026, who can articulate and embody a vision for Gymnastics at the school.
The Head of Gymnastics will lead the design, delivery, and monitoring of the Gymnastics programme and its resources. The role involves strategic planning and implementing a diverse programme that supports the full range of gymnastics aptitudes and abilities across the UWCSEA student body.
The Head of Gymnastics is part of the Activities & Sports Leadership team and will, therefore, work in close collaboration with other Heads of Sport, Heads of Physical Education and colleagues from the Service, Finance, and Communications departments. The role reports directly to the Director of Activities and Sports.
Main Responsibilities
Programme Development/School Curriculum Development

• Strategic planning of the recreational (Active for Life), competitive MAG & WAG gymnastics programme and the gymnastics service programme.
• Coordination of competitive Gymnastics team calendar, home meets, local ACSIS and regional SEASAC Championships and, overseas trips and competitions
• Planning and provision of appropriate facilities and equipment to support the Gymnastics programme
• Monitor, measure and evaluate effectiveness of the programme
• Leading and managing the development of internal competition structures
• To lead a professional learning programme for the development of the coaching staff.
• Coaching a set number of hours within the programme (MAG and/or WAG )

Strategic Leadership

• Development, mentoring and quality assurance of full time coaches
• Lead and drive the leadership team for the gymnastics programme (Head of WAG and MAG )
• Development of a Strategic vision
• Create links across the college with service, activities and event design.

Health & Safety

• Implementation and monitoring of child safeguarding and gymnastics centre health and safety policies and practice

Administration

• Development and monitoring of budgeting, planning, delivery and monitoring systems
• Design and implementation of the Gymnastics communication strategies and systems
• Assist with any other duties, tasks or jobs with similar levels of responsibility and complexity to the assigned job grade as may be reasonably requested by the line manager and/or the College

Person Specifications
Qualifications and Experience

• Preferred FIG 2/3 or equivalent certificate in coaching performance gymnastics
• CPR/First Aid/AED Certification
• At least 5 years of experience within a management role or leading a gymnastic coaching team.
• Minimum of 5 years successful coaching experience (with a proven track record) to include a detailed understanding of performance needs of developing gymnasts.

Skills and Qualities

• Skill in fostering productive relationships with other coaches and be able to encourage creativity and contribution from others. Ability to work effectively with colleagues both within gymnastics and from other departments.
• Shows integrity and is fair, equitable and ethical in approach. Protects confidential information, adheres to policies and demonstrates loyalty to gymnastics and the club.
• Understanding and appreciation of the field of talent identification, selection and confirmation and how this can contribute to the development of gymnastics.
• Have high levels of personal integrity and enjoy connecting with all members of our community

Application
The UWC Mission is to make education a force to unite people, nations and culture for peace and a sustainable future. We are committed to creating a community in which all members feel safe and secure, and know that their authentic selves and individual differences are accepted with respect and care. At UWCSEA, we acknowledge that diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) is an ongoing and evolving process and strive to create and sustain a sense of belonging for all members of our community, past, present and future. All qualified applicants, including those who identify as a part of marginalized group(s) and individuals with (dis)abilities are all encouraged to apply. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices and all appointments are subject to interview, satisfactory references, identity and criminal record checks.

Skills Required