Games Coach 1-year Fixed Term Contract Full-time/Part-time

Ditcham Park; Sheet; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Health & Wellbeing services

Training and professional development

Company events

Company pension

School fee remission

Free lunch

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice

Cycle to work salary sacrifice

Job summary

Ditcham Park School is seeking a enthusiastic Games Coach to join our PE and Sport team. You will deliver Games sessions across age groups and coach netball, football and rugby, supporting fixtures both home and away.

We welcome applicants from varied backgrounds, including those seeking flexible hours or first coaching roles, and those aiming to broaden experience within a school setting. A positive attitude to sport and pupil development is essential.

Qualifications

• Genuine enthusiasm for sport and working with young people.
• Experience coaching or teaching netball, football and/or rugby.
• Confident with pupils of different ages and abilities.
• Reliable, organised and a team player.
• Full driving licence and own transport; D1 licence desirable.

Responsibilities

• Delivering Games sessions across a range of age groups.
• Coaching across netball, football, rugby, cricket and hockey.
• Supporting school teams during fixtures, both at home and away.
• Running training sessions and helping pupils develop technical and tactical skills.
• Supporting the organisation and delivery of Games afternoons.
• Encouraging participation and a positive attitude towards sport.
• Working alongside PE and Games staff to provide a varied and engaging sporting programme.
• Assisting with the organisation and supervision of pupils during sporting activities and fixtures.

Skills

Enthusiasm for sport

Coaching experience

Netball

Football

Rugby

Working with young people

Reliable

Organised

Driving licence

Job description

Managed by: Head of Sport
Reporting to: Head of Sport

Ditcham Park School

Ditcham Park School is a unique, successful and thriving school situated in 16 acres of the beautiful South Downs National Park We have 400+ pupils, aged 4 to 16 years who benefit from a caring and supportive ethos and relatively small classes. GCSE results are consistently impressive and the school was ranked 14th best independent school, in category, in the country based on its GCSE results. Pupils of Ditcham Park School are proud of their vibrant learning community which is committed to providing everyone with the opportunity to discover their talents, realise their potential and become well rounded, socially responsible citizens in a school 'where every child is known and valued'.

Key purpose of role

Ditcham Park School is looking for an enthusiastic and committed Games Coach to join our PE and Sport team.

We are seeking someone with experience and enthusiasm in netball, football and/or rugby who can help us deliver a high-quality Games programme across the school. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting our pupils in their sporting development and helping to provide a positive and enjoyable experience for all students.
A flexible opportunity for sport enthusiasts

Whether you are taking your first steps into sports coaching, taking a gap year and looking to gain hands-on experience, balancing multiple part-time commitments, or an experienced coach seeking a role with fewer hours, this could be the opportunity for you.

We are keen to hear from people with different experiences, backgrounds and career aspirations who bring enthusiasm, a positive attitude and a passion for helping young people enjoy and develop through sport.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will support the PE and Sport department with:

• Delivering Games sessions across a range of age groups.
• Coaching across netball, football, rugby, cricket and hockey
• Supporting school teams during fixtures, both at home and away.
• Running training sessions and helping pupils develop their technical and tactical skills.
• Supporting the organisation and delivery of Games afternoons.
• Encouraging participation and a positive attitude towards sport.
• Working alongside the existing PE and Games staff to provide a varied and engaging sporting programme.
• Assisting with the organisation and supervision of pupils during sporting activities and fixtures.

Person Specification

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine enthusiasm for sport and working with young people.
• Has experience coaching or teaching netball, football and/or rugby.
• Is confident working with pupils of different ages and abilities.
• Can contribute positively to a busy school sports department.
• Is reliable, organised and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Has a positive and enthusiastic approach to coaching and pupil development.
• Full driving licence and own transport is essential.
• A D1 minibus licence would be desirable, as the role may involve supporting away fixtures and transporting pupils.
• Previous experience working in a school environment would be advantageous, although we would also welcome applications from experienced coaches who are looking to broaden their experience working within a school setting.

What We Offer:

As part of our team, you will receive:

• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to Health & Wellbeing services
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Company events
• Company pension
• School fee remission
• Free lunch
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme

Ditcham Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. A certificate of good conduct may be needed for applicants who have lived or worked overseas. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS certificate in the event of a successful application.

As with all School employees, it is the School's responsibility to adhere to and ensure compliance with the School's Child Safeguarding Policy at all times, thus promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons with whom he/she comes into contact.

If, in the course of carrying out the duties of the post, you become aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the School, you must report any concerns to the School's Designated Safeguarding Lead. In accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 all employees have a duty to look after their own and other's health and safety. Ditcham Park School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Subject Teaching

Closing Date midnight Sunday 15th November

Job Ref DPS_GC

Location Ditcham Park School