Sports Coach Opportunities | London & South East
Join Lions Sports Academy
Location: London & South East England
Salary: Competitive hourly rates (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time & Casual Opportunities Available
Start Date: September 2026 and ongoing
About Lions Sports Academy
At Lions Sports Academy, our mission is simple:
"Helping children and young people realise their potential through sport."
We deliver high-quality coaching, PE support, extra-curricular clubs, holiday programmes and sports development initiatives across schools throughout London and the South East. With ambitious growth plans to support over 50 schools during the 2026/27 academic year, we are looking for enthusiastic and reliable coaches to join our expanding team.
The Role
We are seeking passionate and professional sports coaches who can inspire young people and create positive sporting experiences.
Opportunities are available across a range of settings, including:
- Extra-curricular sports clubs
- School sports provision
- Holiday camps
- Community sports programmes
- Weekend coaching opportunities
Whether you're looking for a few hours each week, additional coaching work alongside your current role, or a full-time position within sport, we'd love to hear from you.
Sports We're Recruiting For
We are particularly interested in hearing from coaches specialising in:
We also welcome applications from coaches with experience in:
- Cricket
- Basketball
- And all other sports disciplines.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate will be:
- Passionate about sport and youth development
- Reliable, punctual and professional
- Enthusiastic and energetic in their delivery
- Able to engage and motivate children of all abilities
- Confident managing groups in school and community environments
- Committed to creating safe, inclusive and enjoyable sessions
- A strong communicator with a positive attitude
- Experience coaching children and young people
- Enhanced DBS Certificate (or willingness to obtain one)
- Right to work in the UK
- Strong safeguarding awareness
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
Desirable Qualifications
- NGB Coaching Qualification(s)
- Degree in Sport, PE or related discipline
- First Aid Qualification
What We Offer
- Flexible working opportunities
- Competitive rates of pay
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Clear progression opportunities
- Supportive and ambitious team culture
- Opportunities across multiple schools and programmes
- The chance to make a genuine impact on young people's lives through sport
Apply Today
If you're ready to join a growing organisation committed to inspiring the next generation through sport, we'd love to hear from you.
Send your CV to: joe@lionssports.academy
Or connect with us directly on LinkedIn for an informal conversation.
Lions Sports Academy
Helping children and young people realise their potential through sport.
