Activity Professional (Sports Coach)
Application Deadline: 30 October 2026
Department: PSCS Operations
Employment Type: Part Time
Location: Brownhills
Compensation: £10.85 - £12.71 / hour
Description
Sports Coaches - Primary Schools
Location: Brownhills & Walsall (working across local primary schools)
Hours: 10 hours per week
Working pattern: Covering breakfast, lunchtime and after-school clubs
Contract: Term-time, with optional holiday camp work
Pay: £10.85-£12.71 per hour
Pay is based on the applicable National Minimum Wage age bands:
- Aged 18-20: £10.85 per hour
- Aged 21 and over: £12.71 per hour
We’re looking for an enthusiastic, Level 2 qualified Sports Coach to join our team, delivering fun and structured physical activity sessions across local primary schools in the Brownhills and Walsall area.
These are part-time opportunities offering 10 hours per week, ideal for qualified sports coaches looking to build their experience or complement existing coaching commitments.
About the role As a Sports Coach with Premier Education, you’ll deliver fun, engaging and inclusive sports and physical activity sessions for primary school children.
Working across a range of school-based programmes, including breakfast, lunchtime and after-school clubs, you’ll plan and lead activities that encourage children to get active, develop new skills and build confidence.
You’ll create a safe, positive environment where every child feels included, adapting activities to suit different ages and abilities while helping children develop a lifelong enjoyment of sport and physical activity
Key Responsibilities
What you’ll be doing
- Plan and deliver fun, engaging sports and activity sessions for children aged 4-11 using our PEPE framework.
- Create a safe, positive and inclusive environment.
- Adapt activities to suit different ages, needs and abilities.
- Manage behaviour positively and support children’s development.
- Build strong relationships with schools, parents and colleagues.
- Follow safeguarding procedures and promote Premier Education’s wider programmes.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Essential requirements
Due to safeguarding and insurance requirements, applicants must:
- Be aged 18 or over.
- Hold a minimum Level 2 sports coaching qualification (NGB or equivalent) and/or a relevant teaching qualification.
- Have paid or voluntary experience delivering sports or physical activities to children.
- Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle to travel between local school locations.
- Be confident planning and leading activities independently.
- Be willing to complete safeguarding and first aid training and undergo an Enhanced DBS check
Please note: We cannot progress applications that do not meet the minimum qualification and driving requirements.
What we’re looking for
We’d love to hear from you if you are:
- Passionate about sport and supporting children’s development.
- Confident managing groups of children and creating a safe, positive environment.
- Creative, organised and able to adapt activities for different ages and abilities.
- A strong communicator who works well both independently and as part of a team.
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Benefits
Why join Premier Education?
- Work without childcare worries, with free on-site childcare places for our staff
- Full uniform and sports equipment provided
- Funded training and qualifications to develop your coaching career
- A supportive team and clear progression routes
- Flexible contracts, with term-time or full-year opportunities
Our recruitment process
- Video interview: a short online chat about you and your coaching experience
- Practical assessment: you'll lead a short activity in person so we can see your coaching style in action
- Offer: if you're successful, we'll send you a formal offer
- Onboarding: we'll guide you through your safeguarding checks, DBS and training before your first session
Safeguarding and safer recruitment
Premier Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practice in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Before you start, you'll need:
- Satisfactory references
- An enhanced DBS check
- Proof of identity, right to work and qualifications
Equal opportunities
You must have the right to work in the UK. We welcome applications from people of every background and assess all candidates only on their skills, experience and ability. If you need any adjustments during the application or interview process, just let us know.
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Activity Professional (Sports Coach) in Brownhills employer: Premier Education
Premier Education Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the well-being of both staff and students. Located in Chester, the company provides ample opportunities for professional development and growth, ensuring that employees are equipped with the skills needed to make a meaningful impact in the lives of pupils with SEMH needs. With a focus on trauma-informed practices, you will be part of a dedicated team that values resilience and collaboration, making it a rewarding place to work.
