Climbing Coach

Climbing Coach

We are seeking a passionate and qualified Indoor Climbing Coach to lead climbing sessions for secondary school students. The ideal candidate will look to inspire and develop students' skills on our internal on-site climbing wall. This role is ideal for a motivated individual with a passion for climbing and youth development.

Responsible to: Head of Climbing, through the Director of Sport

The Sports Department at Charterhouse

The core sports are football, hockey, netball, cricket and tennis but there is a wide variety of others including swimming, athletics, golf, badminton, basketball, lacrosse, shooting, racquets, squash and fives to name but a few. There are School as well as House matches in most sports. The sporting facilities are truly impressive and include the Queen's Sports Centre (QSC) with its indoor swimming pool, multi-use sports hall, climbing wall and a well-equipped fitness suite. The School also has its own athletics track as well as a nine-hole golf course and three all-weather pitches which are used mainly for hockey and tennis. Additional facilities include 12 outdoor netball/ tennis courts, 14 football pitches and 9 cricket pitches. Tuesdays and Thursdays, term time, are the main sport afternoons with matches played on Saturdays as well as mid-week. Additional training nights might be added in Autumn and Spring term.

Main Duties:

• Plan and deliver structured indoor climbing sessions appropriate for varying skill levels.
• Supervise students during climbing activities, ensuring safety and proper use of equipment.
• Promote teamwork, confidence, and personal development through climbing.
• Conduct safety checks.
• Work collaboratively with other school staff.

Safeguarding:

• Demonstrate the highest levels of commitment and compliance to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Person Specification

Successful candidates will be likely to fit the following profile:

• Current Climbing Wall Instructor (CWI) or Single Pitch Supervisor Award (SPSA) qualification, although the leading qualification would also be desirable.
• Experience working with young people in a coaching or educational setting would be beneficial
• Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.

Terms of Service:

• Starting from September 2025, work will be offered twice a week during term time on Tuesdays and Thursday afternoons from 13.45 - 17.00
• The successful candidate will be paid an hourly rate which will be agreed in advance with the Director of Sport.

Application Process:

Applications should be made in accordance with the School's application and safer recruitment procedures, via the School's website, selecting the relevant vacancy. The selected vacancy link will take you to our online recruitment system and give you the opportunity to register and complete an application form. You will also have the opportunity to upload your latest CV.

Early applications are warmly encouraged, and a bespoke invitation to interview may be offered in advance of the closing date.

All successful job applicants will be required to undertake a Criminal Record check and to undergo child protection screening.

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If candidates would like an informal conversation before applying, Chris Sandbach (Director of Sport) would be very happy to talk with you. Please contact him by email ( ) to arrange a mutually convenient time.