Job ID: S-U-6775 - Head of Rowing

Are you passionate about rowing and inspiring the next generation of athletes?This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate Head of Rowing to lead and develop our rowing programme, coaching pupils of all abilities, leading training both on and off the water, and nurturing a culture of participation, ambition and excellence. The successful candidate will be a motivated and innovative professional with a strong understanding of water safety and the ability to build strong partnerships within the rowing community. They will combine strong technical knowledge with a commitment to pupil wellbeing, safety and achievement.The Head of Rowing will be required to work Wednesdays from 4.00pm – 7.00pm and Saturdays from 12.00pm – 4.00pm, plus at least two evening training sessions per week (one hour per session), with flexible timings between 5.30pm and 8.30pm. Additional hours may be available through one of our local rowing partnership schools. Further information is available on request.Whether you already hold one or more of the qualifications listed below, or are willing to undertake the necessary training, you will be joining a school community that values excellence, innovation, encouragement and mutual respect:o A British Rowing L2 Club Coach / Session Coach qualification (or equivalent).o RYA Powerboat Level 2.o Valid First Aid Certificate.Wycombe Abbey is a world-class full-boarding school for girls, located on a beautiful site in the centre of High Wycombe. With its distinctive heritage, magnificent 170-acre campus and impressive resources, the School provides an outstanding education for 650 pupils aged 11-18.We have been at the forefront of girls’ boarding education for over 125 years. Superb academic outcomes are the School’s hallmark and pupils regularly secure places at the most prestigious universities across the globe. Known for its world-class education, Wycombe Abbey encourages curiosity, innovation, leadership and delight in learning among its pupils.The School benefits from easy access to London (24 minutes to Marylebone), the Chiltern Hills and attractive towns such as Marlow, Henley-on-Thames and Beaconsfield. Heathrow is also just 20 miles away plus good transport links to other London airports.Wycombe Abbey has its own salary scale which compares favourably with other independent schools and is well above that of the maintained sector.Benefits of working at Wycombe Abbey include:Enrolment in the School’s generous pension scheme.Fee school remission at Wycombe Abbey and selected prep schools.Generous CPD training and development scheme.Free parking.Free meals.Free use of the Sports Centre.Free eye tests.Access to the Employee Assistance Programme.To apply: Please see the job profile document for full information about this role. To apply, please complete an application form and submit this, together with a covering letter, to the Headmistress, Mrs J Duncan by selecting “Apply for this job”. Should you have any questions then please do not hesitate to contact the HR Team on 01494 895575 or hr@wycombeabbey.com .Closing date for applications: 19 July 2026Interview date: 23 July 2026We reserve the right to appoint to this position before the closing date, should we receive a high volume of suitable early applications.Wycombe Abbey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of