Job Details

Sports Coach - Primary School

Location: Colne, Lancashire
Position: Sports Coach
Setting: Primary School
Start Date: ASAP

Are you passionate about sport and enjoy working with children?
We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and confident Sports Coach to join a welcoming primary school in the Colne area. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys using sport to motivate children, build confidence and encourage teamwork.
The school is looking for someone with plenty of energy who can build positive relationships with pupils and become a valued part of the wider school team.


The Role

As a Sports Coach, you will work with pupils across the primary age range, delivering and supporting a variety of sporting and physical activities.
Your role will include:

• Delivering fun, engaging and inclusive sports and PE sessions
• Supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2
• Encouraging teamwork, confidence and positive behaviour
• Helping children of different abilities to take part and enjoy physical activity
• Leading activities during breaktimes, lunchtimes and other parts of the school day
• Supporting teachers and pupils within the classroom when required
• Helping to create a positive and encouraging environment for pupils
• Following the school's safeguarding and behaviour policies

Who Are We Looking For?

We would love to hear from candidates who:

• Have experience coaching sport or working with children
• Are confident leading groups and delivering activities
• Have a genuine enthusiasm for sport and physical education
• Can motivate and engage primary-aged children
• Have a positive, patient and approachable manner
• Are confident supporting positive behaviour
• Are reliable, flexible and willing to get involved in all aspects of school life
• Work well as part of a team

Previous experience within a primary school would be beneficial, but we are also keen to hear from Sports Coaches, PE Coaches, Sports Graduates and candidates with experience coaching children through grassroots or community sport.


Why This Role?

This is a brilliant opportunity if you are looking to take your experience in sport and use it within an education setting. You'll have the chance to make a real difference to children's confidence, wellbeing and enjoyment of physical activity, while also gaining valuable experience within a primary school.


What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay
• Support throughout your placement
• Opportunities to gain further experience within local primary schools
• A friendly and approachable recruitment team
• Access to a range of education opportunities across East Lancashire

Interested?

If you're an enthusiastic Sports Coach looking for your next opportunity in the Colne area, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today with an up-to-date CV to find out more about the role.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'