School Sports Coach

Organisation: Sport4kids Nottingham
Salary: 12.71-14.00 PER HOUR
Location: NOTTINGHAM - BEESTON AND SURROUNDING AREAS
Contract type: Permanent (Part time)
Closing date: 13 February 2026
Job Description: ** EXPERIENCED SCHOOL SPORTS COACH – BEESTON AND SURROUNDING AREAS**

Locations: SCHOOLS IN BEESTON AND SURROUNDING AREAS

DAYS: MONDAYS- THURSDAYS 1pm - 4.30pm PLUS 3-4 HOURS ADDITIONAL PER WEEK IN THE MORNINGS DURING TERM TIME IN NURSERY SETTINGS.

HOURS in the school holidays to successful candidate are also available

Are you are available for the above hours and are you passionate about inspiring young people through sport? We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable, and skilled School Sports Coaches to deliver high-quality PE lessons, lunchtime clubs, and after-school activities across our partner schools.

Your Role:

Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive sports and activity sessions including PE sessions and after school clubs
Communicate with school staff to ensure delivery is aligned with school planning.
Manage class behaviour effectively, maintaining high standards of discipline and engagement at all times.
Create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment that encourages participation, teamwork, and enjoyment of physical activity.
Ensure the health and safety of pupils by conducting risk assessments, setting up equipment correctly, and following safeguarding and school procedures.
Set up, maintain, and pack away sports equipment before and after sessions.
Act as a positive role model, demonstrating enthusiasm, professionalism, and a healthy, active lifestyle.
Maintain relevant coaching qualifications, first aid certification, and safeguarding training.
Essential Requirements:

Proven experience delivering sports coaching in primary schools or community settings.
Strong knowledge of a range of sports and coaching techniques.
Confident in using behaviour management strategies effectively.
A minimum Level 3 qualification in Sports or Coaching, or a formal coaching qualification.
Aged 18+, with the ability to travel independently with own transport to venues
A strong passion for education, child development, or physical education.
Excellent communication skills and punctuality.
Good working knowledge and understanding of safeguarding
Desirable Extras

SEND experience/Knowledge.
First Aid qualification.
Multiple coaching certifications across different sports.
Safeguarding qualification.
What We Offer:

A structured training and mentorship programme led by our experienced Head Coach.
Ongoing professional development in areas such as pedagogy, safeguarding, and child psychology.
Real-world coaching experience to support careers in teaching, sport, or childcare.
Opportunities for progression into other coaching roles in schools, nurseries, and holiday camps.
Ready to make a difference through sport?
Apply now to join a passionate team making physical activity fun, inclusive, and impactful for children across Nottingham.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Temp to perm

Benefits:

Bereavement leave
Company pension
Employee discount
Employee mentoring programme
Free or subsidised travel
Sick pay
How to apply: Please email us at enquiries.s4knottinghamshire@sport4kids.biz with your CV and a covering letter. In your covering letter please detail any experience that you have of planning and leading coaching sessions to children aged 3 - 11 in a school setting, any coaching experience that you have. Please detail What coaching / teaching qualifications do you have? IF you have any safe guarding or first aid certification.