Sports Coach

Girl's Schools Association; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job description

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the delivery of an innovative curriculum and co-curricular programme, helping pupils progress across all areas of sport and physical wellbeing.

Detail

Role Overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and well-qualified coach to join the Francis Holland’s Sports Department in a vibrant and forward-thinking environment. We welcome applicants from diverse sporting backgrounds, particularly those with experience in coaching one or more of our core sports, including netball, football, hockey, cricket and/or tennis.

The successful candidate will be expected to actively contribute to the co-curricular sports programme, ensuring pupils receive high-quality coaching and opportunities for competitive play. While primarily involved in the afternoon curriculum and co-curricular programme, including day tournaments, afterschool training, and weekend fixtures, there may also be opportunities to contribute to the curriculum PE lessons in the morning.

Person Specification

Requirements:

1. Coaching qualifications in one or more sports.
2. Commit to a minimum of three training sessions and/or afterschool fixtures per week.
3. Attend approximately three to five Saturdays per term for fixtures and events.
4. Take part in school trips and sports tours, both during and outside of school hours/holidays.

Qualities:

1. Experience coaching to a high level in at least one of our main sports.
2. Experience/qualification in umpiring/referring in one of our main sports.
3. Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire young athletes.
4. A proactive, adaptable and innovative approach to coaching.
5. A flexible approach to working hours, including availability for day tournaments, after-school training, fixtures, and weekend commitments.
6. An innovative coach who brings creativity and adaptability to their practice, while fully understanding and supporting the school's approach to behavior and pastoral matters, ensuring a positive and supportive environment for all students.
7. Experience with working in a school setting.

Application

Interested candidates are invited to submit an application via My New Term. The closing date for applications is 8:00am Wednesday 23rd April. Interview dates are to be confirmed. The school reserves the right to appoint at any stage.