Sports Coach (part time, term time) at Reading Blue Coat School
Job Reference #
EDV/2026/RBCS/90016
Location
Holme Park, Sonning Lane, Berkshire, Berkshire, RG4 6SU
Contract Type
Fixed Term
Contract Term
Part-Time
Salary
£13.00 - £26.00 Hourly
Closing Date
Midnight, Fri 30th Oct, 2026
Start Date
04/01/2027
Positions Available
1
About this Role
We require netball and football coaches for the spring term but would love to hear from coaches of athletics or cricket for the summer term.
In this role, you will support the Sport & Physical Education department in coaching football or netball to pupils throughout the School and to manage one or more age group teams.
This is a seasonal part time, term time role working 8-10 hours per week during specified sessions, both during the school day and for after school activities, games and competitions.
About You
The ideal candidate will have minimum entry level coaching qualification in their chosen sport; strong background in playing or officiating sport; experience of leading the delivery of specific sport to children aged 11-16 years. Full clean driving licence is essential; able and licensed to drive a minibus would be desirable.
Our School
Founded in 1646, Reading Blue Coat is a leading independent day school of circa 800 pupils from ages 11 to 18. The School is located on a beautiful 46-acre campus in the village of Sonning, just outside Reading.
The School employs more than 200 staff, of whom 50% are academic staff, and provides a stimulating, friendly and supportive atmosphere in which each pupil can realise his or her full intellectual, physical, and creative potential.
What we offer
Reading Blue Coat offers an exceptional working environment and an attractive rewards package, including excellent benefits such as a pension scheme; free meals; extensive staff discounts; life assurance, tax saving cycle to work and car leasing schemes; free sports and leisure facilities; Employee Assistance Programme; and a strong commitment to professional development.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced check. Registered charity number 1087839
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Sports Coach in Sonning employer: Reading Blue Coat School
Reading Blue Coat School in Sonning is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work environment where your contributions to non-teaching operations are valued. With a focus on employee growth and development, the school provides an attractive benefits package and fosters a culture of collaboration and excellence, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the education sector.
