About This Role
Port Regis is one of the country’s leading co-educational day and boarding schools for children aged two to thirteen. A school in which tradition and innovation have gone hand in hand for more than a century, we provide a thoughtful, rounded education that enables children to thrive. This education goes well beyond our beautiful buildings and outstanding facilities – it is rooted in our culture and values.
Role Profile
This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational and passionate sixth‑form/college leaver who is considering a future career in education and is keen to gain all‑round experience of day‑to‑day school and boarding life.
As a Resident GAP Year Assistant, you would assist with all aspects of the school, including sports coaching, assisting in the boarding houses and carrying out wider duties within the school. You may also accompany groups on educational day or residential trips and contribute to and experience all aspects of the boarding school environment. For those seeking to learn more about working in education or within the sports sector, the role provides an excellent opportunity to utilise and develop existing knowledge and coaching skills. We are keen to hear from those who are keen to get involved with a school community and to develop confidence working alongside an experienced team of educators.
Applications are invited from candidates who are forward-thinking and big-hearted, who model great drive and enthusiasm.
Start Date
January 2027 to July 2027 or January 2027 to December 2027
Please state on your application form the length of contract you would prefer.
Application Procedure
If you feel you can meet the requirements of the post, I would be delighted to hear from you. Please complete the application form on our website Work With Us | Port Regis and send it, along with a covering letter, to Clair Beaty-Pownall at peopleteam@portregis.com or via post to Port Regis, Motcombe Park, Shaftesbury, Dorset SP7 9QA at your earliest convenience and to arrive before 12.00 on Friday 24th April 2026. Please read the Safer Recruitment Pack, Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct Policy in conjunction with your application.