Support Teacher / Coach (Kowloon Bay Preparatory)

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About The Role

Commencing : August 2026

Background

Kellett School continues to aspire to be the leading sports provision programme and performance levels in Hong Kong.

We have 12 full-time specialists, Heads of Sport across our major sports, six support specialist coaches, and two Prep School PE/Games leads.

Our Head of Performance who works closely with our Heads of Sport, PE teachers on our Long-Term athletic development programme LTADP), as individual and team sport skill and athletic development is key.

We hold several sporting titles across many age groups in the HKPSSF, ISSFHK, FOBISIA and HKSSF competitions.

The Role

We require a skilled sports coach/practitioner and enthusiastic colleague who works well as part of a team to join the Physical Education Department and Games department at Kellett Kowloon Bay Preparatory School.

This is a campus-wide role, based full-time at the Kowloon Bay campus, providing support for Preparatory and Senior School sport, as well as Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs) and Extra-Curricular Activities (ECAs).

The School focuses on the following sports at in the Prep Schools/Senior:

The post-holder will contribute to maintaining the high profile of PE & Sports activities in the Kellett Community.

Key Tasks and Duties

To support the organisation and set up of equipment for PE and Games lessons.
To support student learning within a PE and Games lesson under the direction of the PE teacher.
Assist in the games and the ECA program in delivering planned lessons with guidance to a small group.
Assist in preparing for Games / ECAs / fixtures and sporting events before, during and after school.
Providing support in EYFS & KS1 lessons and managing individuals.
To support the PE teacher with general administrative duties.
To support and assist with delivery of curriculum swimming lessons
Work with students’ progress throughout the school year on games
To support and or lead (15:10-16:10) KLB ECA’s and support the dismissal and collection of children from after-school ECAs.
To undertake supervision duties during the school day (e.g. at break & lunch times).
To lead and or supervise students for home and away sports fixtures.
To lead teams on games/sport afternoons and lead teams in the Senior school.

About You

Candidate Profile Requirements

Coaching and Teaching Sport

Bring energy, enthusiasm, and a sense of fun, contributing to a positive and motivating environment for students and colleagues.
Demonstrate experience playing and coaching at least one of Kellett’s major sports to a high standard, with the ability to model skills and promote high expectations.
Hold relevant National Governing Body coaching qualifications or show a clear commitment to undertaking and completing them.
Have experience working with primary‑aged children, from ages 4-11 years, with a sound understanding of delivering fundamental movement skills that support coordination, confidence, and physical development.

General and Administrative

Strong written and spoken English communication skills.
Confident use of digital platforms including Google tools and spreadsheets; experience with MS Teams, iSAMS, and SOCS Sport is desirable.
Excellent interpersonal skills with strong attention to detail.
Able to work independently and effectively under pressure.
Experience with Google Classroom and Seesaw is an advantage.

Attitude

Act as a positive sporting role model, promoting enthusiasm, fair play, and healthy lifestyles.
Plan and deliver well‑structured, engaging coaching sessions that meet the needs of all students.
Demonstrate professional diligence, reliability, and high standards in all aspects of the role.
Show commitment to self‑improvement through reflection and professional learning.
Work collaboratively as part of a team, supporting colleagues and contributing to school sport.
Manage multiple tasks effectively, showing initiative and proactive problem‑solving.
Demonstrate strong time management, punctuality, and organisational skills.
Show a willingness to learn, adapt, and develop coaching practice.

Terms and Conditions

Working Hours :	Term time only; 7.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday; plus to support and lead an early
	training session from 7.15am to 8.00am once a week and two after school practices from 3.15pm to 4.10pm.
Base :	Kowloon Bay Campus
Medical Insurance :	Provided

Application Process

Applications close: 6 March 2026

Applicants must have the right to work in Hong Kong.

Please note: Only candidates holding the right to work in Hong Kong will be considered for this position.

i.e. Hong Kong Permanent Residents, Dependent Visa Holders, IANG. We will not provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Please include in your covering letter your salary expectations.

Kellett School welcomes applications as soon as possible ahead of the closing date.

Kellett School reserves the right to recruit at any stage during the selection process.

Applicants, who have not been contacted by 30 April 2026, can assume that on this occasion they have been unsuccessful and are thanked by the Association for their interest.

Please note that offers of employment are subject to satisfactory background checks and references. Prospective employees will be required to apply for a Sexual Convictions Record Check (SCRC) through the Hong Kong Police Force.

About Us

Kellett is a through-train school from Reception to Year 13 with two preparatory campuses and one senior campus. Student roll currently is 1558; Senior 749; KLB Prep 327; PFL Prep 482.

Kellett offers a truly outstanding education, evidenced by a BSO Inspection, membership of COBIS, HMC and IAPS, as well as exceptional public examination results.

We are an equal opportunities employer and treat all job applicants and staff with equal respect free from unjustifiable discrimination.

Kellett 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 an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, review of social media presence and successful references.

In line with UK Government guidelines - Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, Kellett School will conduct online checks prior to interview for all candidates shortlisted.

Kellett School ensures equal treatment for all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination based on age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, religion, gender identity or marital status.

Kellett School encourages applications from qualified candidates of varied backgrounds, supporting a workplace that values diversity and inclusion.

Applicants, who have not been contacted by 30 April 2026 can assume that on this occasion they have been unsuccessful and are thanked by the Association for their interest.

Kellett School reserves the right to appoint at any stage of the recruitment process.

Personal data is being collected for human resources purposes, including assessing your suitability for the post for which you are applying. The data will be used by the School and the Board of Governors. If you wish to access any personal data held by the School, please contact the Executive Director of People and Culture. If your application is unsuccessful the personal data you supply will be retained for two years, at the end of which time it will be destroyed.

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