About Hill Spring International School
Hill Spring International School (HSI) is a K-12 international school in Mumbai offering the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IGCSE, IB Diploma Programme (IBDP), and A Levels. We are committed to building a well-rounded education experience for our students — and athletics is a core part of that vision.

About the Role
Hill Spring International School is looking for an experienced Head of Sports to lead and grow our K-12 sports program. This is a senior, hands-on leadership role responsible for the full scope of school athletics — from coaching staff and facilities to tournaments, budgets, and ensuring every student has a genuine opportunity to compete and grow through sport.
You'll work closely with school leadership, coaches, and faculty to build an athletics program that reflects the same standard of excellence as our academic programs.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership
Oversee all sports programs and activities across the K-12 school, with sports development as the central priority
Set the strategic direction and standards for the athletics department, focused on giving every student a genuine path to explore, develop, and excel in sport
Student Access & Opportunity
Ensure students at all levels have opportunities to participate in and compete across a range of sports
Champion an inclusive athletics culture that supports both competitive and recreational participation
Talent Pathways
Identify and support higher-performing student-athletes with pathways to district, state, national, or other representative-level competition
Coordinate with external clubs, academies, or federations where relevant to student development
PE Curriculum Alignment
Coordinate with academic PE teachers and faculty to align co-curricular sports programming with classroom physical education
Ensure a consistent progression of physical development and skills from PE through competitive athletics
Tournament & Competition Logistics
Plan and coordinate logistics for inter-school, regional,



and other sports tournaments and events
Manage scheduling, transportation, travel, permissions, and on-the-day operations, including away fixtures and overnight trips
Facility Management
Manage and maintain school sports facilities, ensuring they are safe, well-equipped, and available for training and competition
Budget Oversight
Manage the athletics budget, including equipment purchases, program funding, and resource allocation
Evaluate vendors and negotiate costs for equipment, kits, and facility needs
Parent & Community Communications
Serve as the primary point of contact for parents on schedules, results, and sports-related policies
Build relationships with the wider school community and represent HSI athletics at school and inter-school events
Performance Reporting
Report on participation rates, competition results, and budget spend to school leadership
Track program outcomes and use data to inform planning and resource allocation
Staffing & Personnel
Drive the hiring process for coaches and sports-related staff, partnering with school leadership on final hiring decisions
Onboard, manage, and support the performance of coaching and sports support staff
What We're Looking For
Minimum 5 years of experience in athletics administration, sports management, or a similar leadership role, ideally within a school or educational setting
Proven experience hiring, managing, and developing coaching or sports staff
Robust track record in budget management and resource planning
Experience organizing tournaments, fixtures, or large-scale sporting events
Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
A genuine passion for youth sports development and student wellbeing
Bachelor's degree in Sports Management, Physical Education, or a related field (Master's preferred)
Prior experience in a K-12 or international school environment (IB/IGCSE familiarity) is a plus
Details
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Setting: In-person, Mumbai
Reports to: Management
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

📌 Head of Sports (Mumbai)
🏢 Hill Spring International School
📍 Mumbai