Holiday Club Sports Coach

Let's Play; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in childcare is seeking a dynamic individual to lead sports activities during their Fun Week programme. This role involves delivering a variety of engaging sports and creative activities for children aged 5 to 12, ensuring a fun, inclusive, and educational environment. As a key member of the team, you will motivate staff, liaise with parents, and create memorable experiences for young participants. If you have a passion for working with children and a commitment to delivering high-quality activities, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Professional sports kit

Opportunities for progression

Further qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience working with primary-aged children in holiday camps or childcare settings.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and motivate your team to deliver high-quality sports activities.
• Create a positive learning environment for children aged 5 to 12.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Team Management

First Aid Knowledge

Education

Relevant courses at Sixth Form, College or University

Job description

About the Job:
Let's Play are looking for an individual to lead sports activities at our Fun Week programme in the school holidays at Stratford Leisure Centre, Stratford-upon-Avon. This will include delivering various sports activities 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 aim to have a positive impact on young children. The sessions will range from: Multi-Sports, Performing Arts/Dance, Swimming, Bouncy Castle, Team Games, Esports, Lego Building and Arts n Crafts.

About Us:
Let's Play are a childcare provider based in the South East of England and The Midlands, 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:

• Has a keen interest and passion in working with and facilitating fun games for primary-aged children
• Has experience working at children’s holiday camps and/or a childcare setting
• Demonstrates willingness to develop their skills and general practice
• Punctual, Reliable & Committed
• Has experience in delivering activities to primary-aged children
• Strong communication & organisational skills
• Able to interact well with staff, parents/carers and children

Preferred Requirements:

• Clean UK driver’s license
• Experience and/or willingness to deliver other activities during our Fun Week provision, such as: Arts n Crafts, Multi-Sports
• Completed appropriate courses at Sixth Form, College or University

Duties & Responsibilities for this role:

• Manage and motivate your team, to ensure they are delivering the programme to a high standard
• Liaise with parents/carers, staffing team and the Directors on a regular basis
• Ensure sessions delivered are challenging, realistic & fun for primary-aged children
• Create a positive learning environment for the children in our care
• Deliver the coaching programme to a high standard consistently.
• Follow our coaching philosophy, ensuring everything we deliver is: Fun, Inclusive & Educational
• To understand the individual needs of the staff and children in our care and challenge/engage them appropriately
• Deal with any first aid/emergency situation
• Approachable in liaising with parents/carers
• To be committed to ensuring every session is delivered to the best of your ability
• Be creative and passionate in your delivery

You will be provided with:

• Professional sports kit
• Opportunities for progression and additional work opportunities.
• Further qualifications.

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