Organisation Reading Blue Coat School Salary in the range of £13.45 to £23.61 per hour plus holiday pay Location Sonning-on-Thames, Berkshire Contract type Fixed Term (Part time) Closing date 9 November 2026 Interview date 23 November 2026
Job Description
We are looking for Sports Coaches to support the Sport & Physical Education department in delivering coaching to pupils throughout the School and to manage one or more age group teams. We require netball and football coaches for the spring term and cricket and athletics coaches for the summer term.
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. A full clean driving licence is essential and the ability and license to drive a minibus is desirable (but not essential).
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.
We employ more than 200 staff, of whom 50% are academic staff, and provide a stimulating, friendly and supportive atmosphere in which each pupil can realise their full intellectual, physical, and creative potential.
What we offer
- pension scheme
- free meals
- extensive staff discounts
- tax saving cycle to work and car leasing schemes
- free sports and leisure facilities
- Employee Assistance Programme
- a strong commitment to professional development
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Sports Coach (Part-Time) 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.
