At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver engaging sports sessions and inspire young people to enjoy physical activity.
- Company: Lions Sports Academy, a supportive team dedicated to promoting sport among children.
- Benefits: Full-time, term-time role with ongoing training and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team and be a positive role model for girls in sport.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on children's confidence and enjoyment of sport.
- Qualifications: Passion for sport, coaching experience, and ability to engage young people.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 23000 £ per year.
Lions Sports Academy is looking for an enthusiastic, confident and caring Sports Coach to join our growing team in the Maidenhead area. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who loves sport, enjoys working with children and young people, and wants to make a genuine difference through physical activity.
A key part of the role will be creating a positive, welcoming environment where girls and young women feel confident participating in sport, helping them develop their skills, self-belief and enjoyment of physical activity.
The Role
- You will deliver engaging sports and physical activity sessions across schools in Maidenhead and the surrounding area, including:
- PE curriculum sessions
- Breakfast, lunchtime and after-school clubs
- Girls' sport and participation sessions
- Multi-sports activities
- Holiday and enrichment programmes
- Supporting pupils to develop confidence, teamwork and resilience through sport
We're particularly interested in coaches who understand the importance of positive role models within girls' sport and can inspire young people who may not naturally see themselves as "sporty" to get involved and enjoy being active.
We're Looking For Someone Who:
- Has a genuine passion for sport and working with young people
- Is energetic, approachable and confident leading groups
- Can build positive relationships with pupils and school staff
- Understands how to encourage and engage girls in physical activity
- Is reliable, organised and professional
- Can create sessions where every child feels comfortable getting involved
- Is happy working independently as well as part of the Lions team
- Holds relevant sports coaching qualifications or has suitable coaching experience
- Ideally holds a full UK driving licence and has access to transport
What Lions Sports Academy Offer
- Full-time, term-time-only position
- Regular weekday working pattern
- Ongoing training and development
- Opportunities to gain additional coaching qualifications
- A supportive and ambitious team environment
- The opportunity to have a real impact on children's confidence, health and enjoyment of sport
Join the Lions Team
We're looking for someone who children can look up to, a coach who brings energy, encouragement and personality to every session and who is passionate about increasing participation in sport, particularly among girls. If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.
Lions Sports Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointment will be subject to appropriate safer-recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.
Sports Coach in Maidenhead employer: Lions Sports Academy
Lions Sports Academy is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and ambitious team environment, perfect for those passionate about inspiring young people through sport. With a focus on ongoing training and development, employees have the opportunity to grow their coaching qualifications while making a meaningful impact on children's confidence and enjoyment of physical activity in the Maidenhead area. Join us to be part of a positive culture that values energetic and approachable role models who can truly make a difference in the lives of young athletes.
