At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire young athletes by coaching netball, hockey, and athletics while delivering engaging PE lessons.
- Company: Join Claires Court, a supportive school dedicated to nurturing confident learners.
- Benefits: Enjoy term-time only hours, competitive salary, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic PE department with a focus on student wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' lives through sport and physical activity.
- Qualifications: Passion for coaching and experience in netball, hockey, or athletics required.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 35000 £ per year.
Location: Maidenhead, SL6
Hours: 35 hours per week, term time only (8:30am - 5:30pm, flexibility required for fixtures)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Start: September 2026
Are you an enthusiastic and passionate Sports Coach looking to inspire the next generation? Join Claires Court and play a key role in delivering engaging and high-quality sport to our Junior School pupils.
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and dedicated Sports Coach (Specialist in Netball, Hockey or Athletics) to join our thriving Junior School PE department. You will deliver PE lessons, support games sessions, and run extra-curricular sports clubs, while also assisting with home and away fixtures. This is a varied and rewarding role where you will help promote a love of sport and physical activity, while supporting pupils’ development both on and off the field.
Key Responsibilities
- Coach a range of sports including netball, hockey, and athletics
- Deliver PE lessons and support games sessions
- Assist with extra-curricular sports clubs and team fixtures
- Support the organisation of inter-house competitions and sports events
- Promote the value of sport for physical, mental, and social wellbeing
- Assist with planning and preparing lessons alongside colleagues
- Support school trips and residential activities where required
- Complete administrative tasks such as recording results and preparing team sheets
- Assist with promoting sporting success via school communications and displays
- Ensure equipment is prepared and stored correctly
- Support supervision of pupils where required, including school transport
Person Specification
- Passionate about engaging Junior pupils in sport
- Experience coaching netball, hockey, or athletics
- Qualified coach in one of these sports or holds a sports-related degree
- Patient, motivating, and able to inspire confidence and respect
- Strong team player with excellent communication skills
- Able to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues
- Flexible, proactive, and committed to school life
What We Offer
- Term-time only working
- Supportive and welcoming school environment
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Opportunity to be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking PE department
- Competitive salary
Safeguarding
Claires Court Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks. This role involves regulated activity with children. Candidates invited to interview should expect discussion relating to safeguarding and child welfare.
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