Sports Coach

Our people are what make our family great. As a proud family-run business, we see childcare as a profession, not just a job. Whether you’re just starting out or are well-established in your childcare career, we’ll always encourage you to take on new opportunities and challenges. We’re passionate about helping our teams grow and be the best they can be!

Whilst all our settings are different, they all share the same values and ethos; working together to inspire your world. Children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a princess one day to astronaut the next, no two days are ever the same!

We are currently looking for a Sports Coach at Kids Planet Blackburn.

Why become a Sports Coach with Kids Planet Blackburn?

1. A stunning stone building which is close to transport links.
2. The staff team are passionate and have excellent knowledge.
3. Staff parking available.
4. Proud to have achieved Great Place to Work Certification 2024/2025.

What’s in it for you?

1. Free breakfast, lunches and healthy snacks including fresh fruit.
2. Accredited training with the KP Academy.
3. Enhanced Maternity, Paternity Fertility and Adoption leave.
4. Regular staff rewards.
5. Team appreciation events.
6. Long service awards.
7. Dedicated wellbeing package.
8. Highly discounted childcare.
9. A day off for your birthday.

A Sports Coach at Kids Planet Blackburn gets:

1. Competitive salary.
2. Pension plan.
3. Annual leave including bank holidays.
4. Monday to Friday.

What a Sports Coach needs:

1. Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification or willing to complete through the Kids Planet Training Academy.
2. Hold a sports-based qualification.
3. Have a detailed understanding of the physical education requirements set by Ofsted, with knowledge of the EYFS.
4. Extensive knowledge of safeguarding.

Like the sound of joining our family? Apply today to be a Sports Coach with Kids Planet Blackburn!

We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role. We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self—and flourish!

Please note, if you are successful in this role, background checks including online searches may be completed. This is keeping in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education policies.