Job Description

Job Opportunity: Sports Coach - Stoke-on-Trent

Are you passionate about sport and dedicated to inspiring students to achieve their best on and off the field? We are looking for an enthusiastic Sports Coach to join our dynamic school community in Stoke-on-Trent. If you have a passion for coaching and motivating students to develop their athletic skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Role: Sports Coach - Stoke-on-Trent

As a Sports Coach, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality coaching sessions that help students improve their athletic performance and promote the benefits of physical fitness. You will work with students across a range of sports, building their skills, teamwork, and confidence, while fostering a lifelong love of physical activity.

The ideal candidate for the Sports Coach role will have a strong background in coaching, sports, or physical education, and a passion for helping students develop both their athletic abilities and personal growth. You should be committed to creating an inclusive and positive environment where all students feel encouraged to take part in sports, regardless of ability.

Key Responsibilities of the Sports Coach:

• Deliver engaging and effective coaching sessions across a variety of sports to students at different levels.
• Develop and implement training plans to help students improve their skills and achieve their personal best.
• Organise and oversee school sporting events, matches, and competitions.
• Encourage teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal development through sport.
• Monitor and assess student's progress, providing feedback and support.
• Work closely with teachers to promote the physical education curriculum and integrate coaching into academic learning.
• Foster a positive, inclusive environment where all students can participate and feel motivated.
• Actively contribute to extracurricular sports clubs and activities.
• Promote the importance of physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience in coaching or sports training, preferably in a school or educational setting.
• Strong knowledge of a variety of sports and coaching techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for sport and a commitment to supporting students in achieving their goals.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage time effectively.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students to participate in sports, regardless of ability.
• A relevant coaching qualification or sports-related qualification is desirable.

If you are ready to inspire students and help them excel as a Sports Coach in Stoke-on-Trent, we would love to hear from you. Join us in making a difference in the lives of students through sport and physical activity!

If you are interested in this, Sports Coach position, please click 'apply now' and forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, for an informal chat about the Supply Teacher role please contact Jodie Bennion, Secondary Recruitment Consultant at our Cheshire office in Nantwich.

Your consultant will be in touch with you to arrange the next steps in the recruitment process. All successful applicants will be required to attend an interview (online or face-to-face) and to undergo relevant safeguarding checks, including a full application form. All candidates who register with Simply Education will also have 2 years referencing taken up and will be required to have an enhanced DBS check completed. All offers are conditional pending the completion of all relevant checks.