Head Coach (Children Sports)

Munchkin Sports; Catford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading youth sports provider is seeking a Head Sports Coach to deliver engaging sessions for children aged 3–11 in Catford. You'll lead high-quality sports programs, mentor junior coaches, and engage with schools and communities. This role requires excellent communication, a passion for youth development, and experience in coaching. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible hours, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

24 days of paid holiday

Full coaching kit provided

Enhanced DBS included

First Aid training

Opportunities for coaching qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching or activity-based roles with children.
• Full UK driving licence & vehicle required.
• Genuine passion for youth development and physical activity.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality sports sessions in primary schools.
• Lead after school clubs and holiday camps.
• Mentor junior coaches and maintain safe learning environments.

Skills

Experience working with children in sports

Excellent communication skills

Energetic and enthusiastic leadership

Positive attitude

Job description

Head Sports Coach – Munchkin Sports

Salary: £25,000 per year

Location: South East London & Bromley

Office Base: Catford

Contract: 0 hour or permanent

We offer flexible hours designed to suit your schedule, studies and personal commitments. A variety of shift structures are available, including adhoc work, or set weekly patterns such as Thursday–Sunday, Tuesday–Saturday, or Monday–Friday.

Munchkin Sports is a leading early-years and youth sports provider, introducing more than 4,000 children to sport every week. Through our creative, energetic approach, we help young children develop confidence, coordination, teamwork and a lifelong enjoyment of physical activity. Our coaching style blends imagination, movement and structured skill-building to create sessions that children look forward to again and again.

Founded over a decade ago, we now deliver a full range of programmes across South London, including PE, wraparound care, after school clubs, weekend sports, birthday parties and holiday camps. As our organisation continues to grow, we are investing in motivated, skilled and enthusiastic people who want to build a meaningful career in sports coaching.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who wants to take the next step in their coaching journey. As a Head Sports Coach, you will lead high-quality sessions, support junior coaches, communicate with schools and families, and consistently deliver fun, safe and inclusive experiences. You will also have access to training, mentoring and multiple progression pathways.

About the Role

We are seeking a confident and energetic Head Sports Coach who can represent Munchkin Sports across a variety of school and community settings. You will deliver engaging sessions for children aged 3–11, using innovative games and activities that support physical literacy, coordination, balance, spatial awareness and social development.

The role is varied and rewarding, with opportunities to lead PE lessons, weekend sports sessions, after-school clubs and seasonal holiday camps. You will also have a key responsibility in guiding and motivating junior coaches, helping them improve their practice, grow their confidence and deliver consistently high standards.

This position requires a strong blend of leadership, creativity and professionalism. You must enjoy working with children, be comfortable managing groups, and have the ability to keep sessions exciting, well-structured and safe. You will also need to travel easily to our Catford office and to our partner schools across South East London and Bromley, so a full driving licence is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality sports and PE sessions across primary school settings
• Run weekend youth sports programmes
• Lead after school clubs and holiday camps
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and school staff
• Create fun, inclusive and engaging activities
• Maintain safe and well-managed learning environments
• Support and mentor junior coaches
• Assist with training and development of new staff
• Communicate professionally with stakeholders
• Uphold safeguarding, health and safety and behaviour expectations
• Represent Munchkin Sports in a professional manner
• Help set up, pack away and organise equipment
• Plan sessions that support movement skills and teamwork

Requirements

• Experience working with children in sports, coaching or activity-based roles
• Full UK driving licence & vehicle
• A genuine passion for youth development and physical activity
• Energetic, enthusiastic and confident in leading groups
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills
• Reliable, organised and consistent in delivery
• Ability to travel to Catford and across South East London / Bromley
• Positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn

What We Offer

• Competitive salary from £25,000
• 24 days of paid holiday
• Full coaching kit provided
• Enhanced DBS included
• First Aid and Safeguarding training
• Opportunities to gain recognised coaching qualifications
• Clear career development pathways
• Supportive, friendly and collaborative team culture
• Regular team meetings and social events

Why Join Munchkin Sports?

Working at Munchkin Sports means being part of a passionate team that truly cares about giving children the best start in sport. Our sessions combine creativity and structure, helping children build resilience, confidence and physical competence in a positive environment.

As a Head Coach, you will play an important role in shaping early experiences of sport. You will have the chance to lead exciting sessions, support new coaches, build relationships with schools and influence how our programmes evolve. Every day brings new challenges, new achievements and new reasons to feel proud of the work you do.

You will also be part of a company that values growth — not only for children, but for staff. We are committed to helping coaches build long-term careers, with access to training, mentoring, performance reviews and opportunities to take on leadership responsibilities.

How to Apply

If this role sounds like a great fit, we would love to hear from you