Working in partnership with England Rugby, we are excited to offer a new full-time role combining both School Rugby Manager and Post-graduate Sports Coach (rugby) for a fixed term for 36 months.

England Rugby has set a bold target to bring rugby union into an additional 5,000 state primary and secondary schools by 2027, led by a network of 100 School Rugby Managers. Based at Eastbourne College, you’ll drive this growth locally, introducing T1 rugby in schools, developing teachers and young leaders, organising inclusive playing opportunities, and creating lasting school-to-club links. You’ll collaborate with Heads of PE, senior school leaders, England Rugby staff, and community partners to ensure rugby thrives in every setting — with a special focus on reaching new and underrepresented groups.

Alongside the Schools Rugby Manager role, the post‑holder will also work as a Post‑graduate Sports Coach supporting the delivery of sport, with a rugby focus, across Eastbourne College and St Andrews prep school

The right person will have a marvellous opportunity to work in a stimulating environment where colleagues, pupils, resources and buildings all strengthen the process of teaching and learning.

The position would suit someone passionate about rugby specifically, and sport in general and who may be considering a future in delivering and managing sports in an educational setting. Candidates may already be working in a similar role in the sector or be an experienced player or coach wanting to put his or her experience to use in a different context.

To apply for this role, please visit https://www.eastbourne-college.co.uk/contact/employment-opportunities/ and click the ‘Apply Now’ button to complete the mandatory application form. An up-to-date CV and covering letter may be uploaded with this online application form.

Closing date: All applications should be received by Monday 25 May 2026.

Early applications are encouraged. Applications will be considered upon receipt, and we reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy

For further information, please contact Human Resources on 01323 452288 or email hr@eastbourne-college.co.uk.

Safeguarding statement

Eastbourne College (Incorporated) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment is subject to appropriate child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the DBS.

Post holders will be engaging in regulated activity.

All posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Charity is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are “spent” unless they are “protected” under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

Eastbourne College (Incorporated) welcomes applications from all sectors of the community as we aspire to attract staff that match the social and cultural diversity of our pupil intake. We consider the most important factor to be the right skills, abilities and attitude for the job which will ultimately improve the well-being and education of the pupils.

Eastbourne College (Incorporated) is a non-smoking establishment.