Part-Time Sports Coach

Key Details

• Part-Time employment, 4–10 hours per week (subject to change)
• Working Pattern: Timetable to be confirmed with successful candidate, based on availability
• Session Types: Breakfast clubs, lunchtime clubs and after-school clubs
• Additional Opportunities: Holiday camps and curriculum PE cover
• Pay: £14.91 – £16.25 per hour (including holiday pay and dependant on experience)
• Minimum Age: Applicants must be 18+ (Due to the nature of this role and our safeguarding and insurance obligations)

About the Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Sports Coach to join our team on a part-time basis.

The role will be predominantly based at a school in Devizes, with some additional sessions at Keevil Primary School. You will deliver a combination of wraparound care (breakfast clubs) and extra-curricular clubs during lunchtimes and after school. Due to the nature of the timetable, this role will involve split shifts, with gaps between session times.

This position is ideal for someone passionate about helping children stay active and confident, who enjoys working in school environments and engaging young people through sport. There is also opportunity for additional hours, including holiday camp delivery and progression into curriculum PE cover, based on performance and availability.

You will be supported by a friendly and experienced team, with access to ongoing development opportunities to support your coaching journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver safe, enjoyable and engaging sports sessions during lunchtime and after-school clubs
• Create a positive and inclusive environment where all children feel welcome and supported
• Adapt activities to suit different ages, confidence levels and abilities
• Build strong relationships with children, school staff and the wider coaching team
• Manage behaviour appropriately and consistently during sessions
• Follow safeguarding, behaviour management, health and safety and company policies at all times

What We’re Looking For

• Experience coaching or leading sports activities with children aged 4–11 (essential)
• A relevant qualification in sports coaching, PE, childcare or youth work (minimum Level 1; Level 2+ desirable)
• A confident, positive communicator who can engage and motivate young people
• Someone reliable, professional and committed to high-quality delivery
• First aid and safeguarding certificates (desirable — training can be provided)
• Full, clean driving licence with access to your own transport (essential)
• The ability to obtain an enhanced DBS certificate

Additional Benefits

• Opportunities to progress within the company through increased responsibility and promotions
• Equipment, resources and uniform provided
• Free PH ActiveEd/PH Camps childcare places (for children aged 4+)
• Private Health Care (via Salary Sacrifice)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free PH ActiveEd / PH Camps childcare places (for children aged 4+)
• Ongoing internal and external CPD including annual staff training week, internal modules, first aid and safeguarding training

About PH ActiveEd

PH ActiveEd are an award-winning primary school PE and School Sports provider in the South-West. In addition to this, we also offer a high-quality school-based wraparound childcare service. We have an ambitious and innovative team with an exciting and aspiring vision for the future to be the best PE, school sports and wraparound childcare provider in the UK.

Starting date: September 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Safeguarding Statement

PH ActiveEd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Equal Opportunities/EDI Statement

PH ActiveEd is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. We believe a diverse team makes us stronger and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Right to Work in the UK

PH ActiveEd welcomes applications from all eligible candidates. All successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, in line with current UK immigration legislation.

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