Sports Coach

About HES

Holistic Education and Sport Support Services (HES) provides high-quality sports, education, mentoring and community programmes for children, young people and adults.

We work in partnership with schools, local authorities and community organisations to deliver engaging and inclusive activities that support physical activity, confidence, wellbeing and personal development.

Role Purpose

We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable and professional Sports Coaches to join our growing team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering safe, engaging and inclusive sports and physical activity sessions for children and young people within schools and community settings.

Sessions may include PE lessons, PPA cover, lunchtime activities, after-school clubs and holiday programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality sports and physical activity sessions.
• Deliver engaging PE lessons and sports activities appropriate to participants' ages and abilities.
• Lead lunchtime and after-school sports clubs.
• Support the delivery of school holiday programmes and community activities where required.
• Create a positive, inclusive and enjoyable environment for all participants.
• Adapt sessions to support different abilities, including children with SEND and additional needs.
• Encourage participation, teamwork, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Ensure activities are delivered safely and in accordance with HES and school safeguarding procedures.
• Complete registers and maintain accurate attendance records.
• Ensure sports equipment is used safely, appropriately and returned after sessions.
• Build positive professional relationships with children, parents, school staff and HES colleagues.
• Manage behaviour effectively and follow individual school behaviour policies.
• Report any safeguarding concerns, incidents or accidents promptly through the correct procedures.
• Represent HES professionally at all times.

Sports and Activities

Coaches may be required to deliver a range of activities depending on their experience, including:

Football, basketball, multi-sports, tennis, athletics, dodgeball, gymnastics, dance, cricket, rounders, archery, fitness activities, team-building games and other physical activities.

Training and support may be provided for coaches delivering additional activities.

Essential Requirements

Candidates should:

• Have experience coaching or working with children and young people.
• Level 1, Level 2 or equivalent sports coaching qualification.
• Have a good understanding of how to deliver engaging sports activities.
• Be confident managing groups of children.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be reliable, punctual and professional.
• Be enthusiastic about sport, physical activity and supporting young people's development.
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understand the importance of safeguarding and maintaining professional boundaries.
• Be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS Check with Children's Barred List, where required.
• Be willing to complete HES safeguarding and compliance training.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

It would be beneficial for candidates to have:

• PE or school sports delivery experience.
• Experience delivering PPA cover within primary schools.
• Experience supporting children with SEND or additional needs.
• Paediatric First Aid or Emergency First Aid qualification.
• Safeguarding Children training.
• Behaviour management experience.
• Experience delivering holiday activities or HAF programmes.
• Relevant National Governing Body coaching qualifications.

Skills and Personal Attributes

We are looking for someone who is:

• Energetic and enthusiastic
• Approachable and confident
• Patient and supportive
• Organised and dependable
• A positive role model
• Able to motivate and engage young people
• Comfortable adapting activities for different abilities
• Committed to equality, diversity and inclusion
• Passionate about helping children enjoy sport and physical activity

Safeguarding

HES is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Successful applicants will be subject to appropriate safer recruitment checks, which may include an Enhanced DBS Check with Children's Barred List, identity checks, employment references, qualification checks and safeguarding declarations.

All staff are expected to understand and follow HES safeguarding policies and the safeguarding procedures of the schools and settings in which they work.

Equal Opportunities

HES is committed to creating an inclusive working environment and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Appointments will be made based on skills, experience, qualifications and suitability for the role.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: £13.00-£16.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Enfield, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Sports coaching: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person