Sports Coach

Cricklade Manor Prep & Nursery, Cricklade, SN6 6BB

Sports Coach

OVERVIEW

We are looking for a Sports Coach to join our team on a part time basis to develop and encourage children to learn and enjoy physical activity and sport. We teach a range of sports, including rugby, hockey, football, netball.

The successful candidate will have a Level 2 in sports coaching, and some experience of coaching children between the ages of 4-11 years old.

Hours, Salary & Benefits:

Hours: Mon, Tues, Weds. 35 weeks per year. 1pm – 4pm with flexibility of being able to work overtime until 5pm.

Salary: £15.00 per hour

Benefits:

5% pension contribution
EV scheme with Octopus
Cycle to work scheme
Means tested staff discount
Complementary breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks cooked on site by our inhouse chefs
Pro-rata paid holiday + bank holidays per annum
Access to the group’s counselling scheme
On site parking
Friendly and supportive staff room
Opportunities for career development within the Wishford group of schools

Job Description:

Being a coach to young sport stars doesn’t come without its challenges. That’s why we encourage those who are applying to come equipped with experience working with children.

Responsibilities:

Working alongside the Director of Sport to run engaging and purposeful coaching sessions.
To provide a safe, friendly, stimulating environment in which the pupils can flourish.
Lead teams for fixtures against schools from the local area.
Communicate effectively to Staff, Pupils and Parents.
To take responsibility for the pastoral care of pupils allocated.
To promote the school’s policies and expectations.
To maintain the high standards of dress and behaviour for their pupils.
To adhere fully to all school policies including: Anti-Bullying, Safeguarding and Behaviour policies.
To Drive groups of 8 children to local fixtures.
To undertake break/lunchtime supervision duties as required.
To organise/assist with after-school activities as required.

Skills and Qualities:

NGB Level 2 coaching qualification in at least one sport
Has energy and initiative
Ability to work as part of a team
A high level of personal organisation
High level of coaching ability and commitment to developing their knowledge and skill
Previous experience working in schools, leading sessions, working with children from all backgrounds, and maintaining control of large groups without direct support/supervision
To ensure students are taught according to their individual needs and abilities

Candidate Pack

Application Form

Location

Cricklade Manor Prep
The Manor House,
Calcutt St,
Swindon,
SN6 6BB

Cricklade Manor Prep School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Candidates must be prepared to undergo appropriate pre-appointment child protection screening.

If you need assistance with your application, please email Molly.Rees@wishford.co.uk

Wishford schools are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Appointments will be made solely on merit and will be made without regard to age, disability, gender, nationality, race, colour, ethnicity, or religion.