Sports-Focused Manny

Sports-Focused Manny | Oxford | Live-In | Tuesday to Saturday

Location: Oxford
Salary: £60,000-£70,000 gross per annum (DOE)
Benefits: Live-in accommodation in Oxford, with a London apartment available on days off; extensive international travel with the family
Accommodation: Live-in at the family home in Oxford from Tuesday to Saturday. For candidates who are not based in Oxford, a London apartment is also available for use on days off (Sunday and Monday).
Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday (Sunday and Monday off)
Travel: Extensive international travel required
Start Date: ASAP, although the family are happy to accommodate a suitable candidate’s notice period

Marcilly Recruitment is working with a lovely UHNW family based in Oxford who are seeking an experienced, energetic and enthusiastic Sports-Focused Manny to join their fully staffed household, caring for two school-aged children, 8 and 9.

This is an exciting opportunity for a confident, proactive and highly engaging Sports-Focused Manny who is passionate about children’s development, education and sport. The ideal candidate will combine excellent childcare skills with a strong sporting background and the ability to confidently teach, coach and encourage children across a wide variety of sports.

The family are particularly keen to find a Sports-Focused Manny who can introduce the children to different sporting disciplines, develop their existing abilities and inspire a genuine enthusiasm for an active, healthy lifestyle. Experience in sports coaching, physical education or teaching would be highly advantageous.

The successful Sports-Focused Manny will be a positive role model, encouraging confidence, independence, teamwork and good sportsmanship within a warm, structured and stimulating family environment. The household also has pets (guinea pigs and dogs), so the Sports-Focused Manny must be comfortable working around animals.

Sports-Focused Manny Working Hours

Tuesday to Saturday, commencing at approximately 6:30am and working until 12:00pm, followed by a three-hour afternoon break. The Sports-Focused Manny will then return for school pick-ups, after-school activities and the children’s evening and bedtime routines, finishing at approximately 8:00pm.

The family travel extensively during every school holiday and throughout the summer. Candidates must therefore be highly flexible and comfortable accompanying the family internationally for extended periods.

Sports-Focused Manny Key Responsibilities

• Planning, organising and delivering engaging, age-appropriate sports coaching sessions and physical activities for both children.
• Confidently teaching and coaching a broad range of sports, including tennis, football, netball, swimming, athletics, cricket, basketball and other team and individual sports.
• Introducing the children to new sports and activities, helping them develop their technique, coordination, fitness and overall sporting abilities.
• Adapting coaching methods to suit each child’s age, interests and ability, ensuring activities remain enjoyable, challenging and rewarding.
• Encouraging an active lifestyle through outdoor activities, games, exercise and sporting challenges.
• Promoting teamwork, discipline, resilience, confidence and good sportsmanship.
• Supporting the children’s educational development, homework and additional learning requirements.
• Planning stimulating, creative and age-appropriate activities beyond sport.
• Managing school routines, schedules and extracurricular activities.
• Assisting with school pick-ups, after-school activities and evening and bedtime routines.
• Encouraging independence, curiosity, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Accompanying the family on international travel during school holidays and supporting the children’s activities whilst abroad.
• Working collaboratively with the parents and wider household team, maintaining excellent communication at all times.
• Providing a consistent, nurturing, safe and supportive environment for both children.

Sports-Focused Manny Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in sports coaching, physical education or teaching sports to children is essential.
• Must be confident, knowledgeable and capable of teaching a wide variety of sports, rather than specialising in just one discipline. Experience across sports such as tennis, netball, football, swimming, athletics, cricket and basketball is particularly desirable.
• A strong understanding of sporting techniques, age-appropriate coaching methods and how to develop children’s skills across different sporting activities.
• Previous experience caring for and supporting school-aged children, including their educational and personal development.
• A former PE teacher with broad sports coaching experience and proven hands-on childcare experience would be particularly well suited to this role. Previous teaching or tutoring experience within a school environment is highly desirable.
• An energetic, sporty, enthusiastic and engaging personality, with a genuine passion for working with children.
• The ability to motivate, encourage and inspire children whilst maintaining clear boundaries and a structured routine.
• Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, adaptable and comfortable working within a fast-paced, fully staffed private household.
• Discreet, professional and respectful of the family’s privacy.
• A valid driving licence is essential.
• Willingness to travel internationally for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in a household with pets.

The Sports-Focused Manny Opportunity

This is a fantastic long-term opportunity for a dedicated, sporty and enthusiastic Sports-Focused Manny who is passionate about making a positive impact on children’s lives.

The family are seeking someone who will not only provide excellent childcare and educational support but also become an inspiring sporting mentor, encouraging both children to develop their skills, confidence and enjoyment across a broad range of activities.

The position offers a welcoming family environment, excellent accommodation arrangements, extensive international travel and the opportunity to play an important role in the children’s ongoing development.