At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver fun and interactive chess lessons to inspire young minds.
- Company: Join LearnChess Academy, where we empower students through chess.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, comprehensive training, and access to teaching resources.
- Other info: Opportunities for growth and additional coaching sessions available.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while sharing your passion for chess.
- Qualifications: Chess knowledge of 1000+ ELO or five years’ playing experience required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
- Chess Coach, Lead and Assistants
- Flexible Hours | School Term Time | Rochester, Tonbridge, Maidstone and Bromley, SE London
- About our company
Learn Chess Academy helps primary and secondary school students develop valuable life skills through chess.
The role
Do you enjoy helping young people build confidence through learning? Can you turn your knowledge of chess into energising, memorable, creative and enjoyable coaching sessions?
Learn Chess Academy is growing, and we are looking for Chess Coaches to deliver engaging sessions across Kent.
You will do much more than teach students how to play chess.
You encourage independent thinking, creative problem-solving and resilience while making every session enjoyable and rewarding.
This is primarily a location-based role within schools and other coaching venues.
A full UK driving licence is essential.
Our online coaching platform provides a variety of useful teaching resources and supports online coaching opportunities, but these do not replace the need to travel.
We welcome applications from people interested in supporting Lead Coaches or developing their experience as Assistant Coaches.
Key Responsibilities and Candidate profile
- Deliver fun, interactive and well-structured chess lessons.
- Create a positive and well-managed learning environment.
- Observe and adapt sessions for different ages, abilities and learning styles.
- Help students develop their personal confidence and chess skills.
- Build positive relationships with students, parents and school staff.
- Supporting other coaches to share ideas and improve sessions.
- A current First Aid qualification or willingness to complete training.
- Chess knowledge equivalent to approximately 1000+ ELO or five years’ playing experience
- The Benefits
- Flexible, part-time hours during school terms.
- Comprehensive coaching training and ongoing support.
- Access to online teaching resources and support materials.
- Branded uniform, coaching equipment and storage case.
- Opportunities to take on additional coaching sessions, special events and charity client
- What’s next
Turn your chess knowledge into a rewarding role that helps young people think, learn and grow—apply today to join Learn Chess Academy.
Note – schools and the law require you to provide evidence of an Enhanced DBS check, including the Children’s Barred List at the start of the recruitment process.
Learn Chess Academy will arrange subsequent renewals.
Chess Coach, Lead and Assistants in Maidstone employer: LearnChess Academy
LearnChess Academy is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering the growth of young minds through the game of chess. With a focus on flexible, part-time hours during school terms, we offer comprehensive coaching training and ongoing support, ensuring that our coaches not only develop their skills but also create a positive impact in students' lives. Our collaborative work culture encourages creativity and independent thinking, making every coaching session both enjoyable and rewarding for both coaches and students alike.
