Education and Community Sports Coach

Organisation: Active Fusion
Salary: £24,500
Location: Schools and Community venues located across South Yorkshire, Office based in Doncaster, DN1
Contract type: Permanent (Full time)
Closing date: 30 November 2026
Job Description: Role: Education and Community Sports Coach

Salary: £24,500 per annum

Hours: Full Time (can include start and finish times between 7.30am-7pm and occasional weekends)

Location: Based in Doncaster with delivery in Schools and Community venues located across South Yorkshire

Main Purpose of the Role: To deliver outstanding Physical Education, sport and physical activity programmes across schools and communities that inspire children and young people to become more active, confident and engaged. The role will support the delivery of curriculum PE, extracurricular activities, holiday provision, community programmes and Active Fusion initiatives whilst maintaining high standards of safeguarding, professionalism and programme quality.

Key Responsibilities: Deliver High-Quality Sport and Physical Activity Deliver engaging PE, sport and physical activity sessions in schools and community settings. Support the delivery of holiday camps, enrichment activities and Active Fusion programmes. Build Positive Relationships Develop strong relationships with children, young people, schools and community partners. Act as a positive ambassador for Active Fusion and support events and promotional activities. Ensure Quality and Safety Adhere to safeguarding, health and safety and GDPR requirements. Maintain accurate programme monitoring, evaluation and CRM records. Contribute to Team Development Engage in ongoing professional development and share best practice. Contribute positively to team meetings, training and organisational priorities. Support Active Fusion's Mission Promote Active Fusion's values, programmes and impact. Support fundraising, partnership development and wider charitable objectives.

Essential Skills:

Knowledge and Experience Experience delivering sports coaching, physical activity or PE sessions. Level 2 coaching qualification in a recognised sport. First Aid Qualification Experience delivering PE in primary school settings. Understanding of child development and inclusive delivery practices. Ability to build positive relationships with children, families and professionals. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Good organisational and time-management skills. Understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities. Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Desirable Experience delivering holiday camps or community-based programmes. Sports Leaders qualification. Experience supporting children with SEND. Experience using CRM systems and monitoring tools. Knowledge of local schools and community networks. Personal Attributes Passionate about improving the lives of children and young people. Positive, enthusiastic and approachable. Reliable and professional. Motivated to learn and develop. Adaptable and solution-focused. Strong team player. Resilient and able to respond to changing priorities

Why You'll Love Working at Active Fusion:

Free childcare during school holidays through Fusion Camps.
Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
Flexible working arrangements where operationally appropriate.
28 days annual leave including bank holidays.
Opportunities to progress within a growing and ambitious charity.
A supportive, values-led culture focused on making a genuine difference to young people's lives.
Need-to-Knows: The successful candidate will require:

A full UK driving licence.
Access to a vehicle for work purposes.
An Enhanced DBS check. Suitable employment references.
Availability to work occasional evenings, weekends and school holiday periods as required for programmes and events.
How to apply: To apply please download our application form from our website and email: recruitment@activefusion.org.uk

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Education and Community Sports Coach