Holiday Club Sports Coach

Let's Play; Rickmansworth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established childcare provider is seeking enthusiastic individuals to lead sports activities for children aged 5-12 during holiday camps. This role offers a unique opportunity to create a fun, inclusive, and educational environment while delivering various sports such as Football, Cricket, and Tennis. You'll not only engage with children but also develop your coaching skills and contribute to their positive experiences. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on enjoyment, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in children's lives through sports. Join a team that values creativity and dedication!

Benefits

Professional sports kit

Opportunities for progression

Further qualifications

Qualifications

• Passion for working with primary-aged children and facilitating fun games.
• Experience in delivering activities to children aged 5-12.

Responsibilities

• Deliver fun and engaging sports sessions for children.
• Create a positive learning environment and follow coaching philosophy.
• Interact with parents and handle first aid situations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Coaching Ability

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Courses at Sixth Form, College or University

Job description

About the Job:

Let's Play are looking for individuals who can deliver various sports activities during our Fun Weeks in the school holidays at William Penn Leisure Centre, Rickmansworth. This will include delivering sessions to a high standard, catering for all children of mixed ability, aged between 5 and 12 years of age.

The daily programme will include activities delivered from our schedule which aims to have a positive impact on young children. The sports activities we deliver range from: Football, Cricket, Hockey, Tennis, Netball, Dodgeball and all other 'core' sports.

About Us:

Let's Play are a childcare provider based in the South East of England, with a clear philosophy of ensuring everything we deliver to children is Fun, Inclusive & Educational. We have an outstanding reputation of delivering fun holiday camps suitable for all children in our care.

Essential Requirements:

1. Has a keen interest and passion in working with and facilitating fun games for primary-aged children.
2. Demonstrates willingness to develop their skills and coaching ability.
3. Punctual, Reliable & Committed.
4. Has experience in delivering activities to primary-aged children.
5. Strong communication & organisational skills.
6. Able to interact well with children, teachers, and parents.

Preferred Requirements:

1. Clean UK driver’s license.
2. Experience in working in a childcare setting.
3. Experience and/or willingness to deliver other activities during our Fun Week provision, such as: Arts n Crafts, Multi-Sports.
4. Completed appropriate courses at Sixth Form, College or University.

Duties & Responsibilities for this role:

1. Deliver sessions that are challenging, realistic & fun for primary-aged children.
2. Create a positive learning environment for the children in our care.
3. Deliver the coaching programme to a high standard consistently.
4. Follow our coaching philosophy, ensuring everything we deliver is: Fun, Inclusive & Educational.
5. To understand the individual needs of the children in our care and challenge/engage them appropriately.
6. Deal with any first aid/emergency situation.
7. Approachable in liaising with parents/carers.
8. To be committed to ensuring every session is delivered to the best of your ability.
9. Be creative and passionate in your delivery.

You will be provided with:

1. Professional sports kit.
2. Opportunities for progression and additional work opportunities.
3. Further qualifications.

To apply, please send a copy of your CV to [e-mail] with the subject line ‘Holiday Club Sports Coach role’.