Sports Academy Director
We are seeking an ambitious, energetic and forward-thinking Sports Academy Director to lead the next stage of development in sport, enrichment and academy provision across the school.
This is a unique opportunity to launch and shape a long-term Sports Academy programme within one of Portugal’s leading international school environments. The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening school sport, developing high-quality student experiences and building external partnerships and pathways.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the launch and development of the school’s Sports Academy programme
Develop student pathways across participation, development and elite performance sport
Strengthen competitive sport, fixtures, tournaments and the wider sporting culture of the school
Build relationships with external clubs, academies and sporting organisations
Support the development of ECAs, sports camps and wider enrichment provision
Work closely with school leadership on the long-term strategy and growth of sport within the school
Lead coaches and external providers where appropriate
Ensure high standards of safeguarding, organisation and student wellbeing
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
Experience in sports leadership, coaching, academy development or athletic programme management
Strong organisational, communication and relationship-building skills
The ability to inspire students and build high-quality programmes
A passion for sport, student development and opportunity
Experience within an international school or performance sport environment is desirable
This role offers the opportunity to help shape a flagship sports and academy programme within a dynamic and growing international school community in the Algarve.
Nobel Algarve British International School Lagoa is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
Successful applications will be subject to child protection screening, including robust vetting procedures, checks with past employers, and relevant safeguarding assessments.
DEIJB Statement
At Nobel Algarve British International School, we are dedicated to fostering a learning environment that celebrates diversity, promotes equity, ensures inclusion, advances justice, and nurtures a sense of belonging for every member of our community.