Key Stage One Coach (Summer) - St Albans, Hertfordshire

Kings Camps; St Albans; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading not-for-profit organization seeks a Key Stage One Coach to lead engaging sports activities for children aged 5-7. This role offers a chance to make a difference in children's lives while enjoying a dynamic and supportive environment. Coaches will supervise activities, ensure child safety, and work collaboratively to create memorable experiences. Ideal candidates are energetic, resilient, and possess relevant qualifications in teaching or sports coaching. Join us in delivering enriching holiday experiences!

Benefits

Funded residential opportunities

Employee Awards Programme

Up to 70% off Paediatric First Aid training

£30 reward voucher for referring a friend

Up to 50% off Kings Camps places for your children

Market-leading training and development

Free Kings Camps uniform

Qualifications

• At least 6 months’ experience working with children aged 5-17.
• At least 3 months’ experience coaching sports or active games.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun activities for children aged 5 to 7.
• Supervise children during breaks and oversee equipment safety.
• Deliver high-energy, inclusive activities.

Skills

Team Player

Flexibility

Resilience

Education

Level 2 or higher qualification in Primary or Secondary Teaching

Sports Coaching

Physical Education

Job description

Key Stage One Coach (Summer) - St Albans, Hertfordshire

Key Stage One Coach

Overview

If you’re looking for an incredibly rewarding way to gain experience working with children in an out-of-school setting, while staying active and having fun, we can offer you an amazing role!

Kings Camps run sports and activity day camps during school holidays, aiming to get children active, having fun, and learning together.

We know that market-leading programmes require great people to create memorable holiday experiences for children. We are now hiring energetic and passionate Key Stage One qualified individuals to deliver our mission in 2025 and beyond.

Why work for Kings Camps?

• Funded residential opportunities
• Employee Awards Programme
• Up to 70% off Paediatric First Aid training
• £30 reward voucher for referring a friend
• Up to 50% off Kings Camps places for your own children, siblings, or family (ages 5-17)
• Excellent locations – some of the best universities and sports facilities in the UK!
• Market-leading training and development
• Fully funded disclosure checks for managerial and voluntary positions
• Career development with potential for regular employment (promotion from within!)
• Opportunity to make a difference in children’s lives from diverse backgrounds
• Free Kings Camps uniform

Job Description

Known as Red Tops, our Key Stage One (KS1) Coaches lead fun activities for children aged 5 to 7. Each KS1 Coach is assigned their own group of 8 children or joins another coach with a group of 16. You will support children in activities such as tennis, badminton, cricket, and swimming, with sessions lasting 30-60 minutes.

Coaches report to the Camp Manager and are encouraged to demonstrate ‘Active Coaching’ — delivering high-energy, inclusive activities that engage every child, regardless of ability.

Child safety is our top priority. You will supervise children during breaks, participate in swimming sessions, oversee equipment safety, record incidents, implement behaviour management policies, and uphold health and safety standards.

Our venues include some of the UK’s top schools and universities. We also partner with organizations like the RNRMC, Annington Trust, and the Army Welfare Service to run camps for children of military personnel. If interested in residential roles, please note this in your application.

Person Specification (flexible)

• Availability for the full season (Monday-Friday, 8am-5:30pm), with a minimum of 3 consecutive weeks during summer
• At least 6 months’ experience working with children aged 5-17
• At least 3 months’ experience coaching sports or active games
• Vibrant, resilient, team player
• Flexible and adaptable
• Level 2 or higher qualification in Primary or Secondary Teaching, Sports Coaching, or Physical Education
• Paediatric First Aid (training available)

Our Safeguarding Promise

Kings Active Foundation is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment to create a safe and supportive environment.

About us

Kings Camps is a leading not-for-profit organization offering sports and activity camps at over 50 UK locations. Since 1991, inspired by US summer camps, we have been providing enriching holiday experiences for children, promoting activity, fun, and learning.

Our coaches, known as Red Tops, deliver high-quality sports camps with passion and a commitment to child development, which we call the Kings Factor.