Head of Fencing

The King’s School, Canterbury is seeking an outstanding Head of Fencing to lead and further develop one of the strongest fencing programmes in the UK, with a start date of April or September 2026. As reigning Public Schools’ Champions in both boys’ and girls’ Épée, this is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of fencing at a school renowned for excellence, ambition and tradition.

Fencing is a flagship sport at King’s, engaging over 90 pupils each term across senior and junior schools, supported by exceptional facilities including a dedicated fencing hall with competition and training pistes. The successful candidate will provide visionary leadership, elite-level coaching expertise (particularly in Épée), and strategic oversight of a comprehensive programme that nurtures beginners through to international‑level competitors.

Working closely with the Director of Sport, the Head of Fencing will oversee coaching staff, competitions, equipment, budgets and player development, while ensuring pupils balance high‑performance sport with academic and pastoral wellbeing. The role includes regular training sessions, competition travel (including weekends), and active promotion of fencing across the school community.

This post would suit an inspirational coach with strong organisational skills, deep connections within the fencing world, and a passion for developing young people.

If you have questions about the post, or would like an informal discussion to learn more, please contact the Director of Sport, Richard Singfield on

Closing date for receipt of applications 8 February 2026. Interviews will take place during the week commencing 23 February 2026.

The King’s School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process which is in line with the statutory Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates.

All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.