Sport Events Officer Commercial

LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY; Quorn; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK educational institution is seeking a dynamic Sports Coach / Cover Supervisor to join their team starting January 2026. This role involves inspiring students, delivering cover supervision, and developing sports sessions. Candidates should have experience in a teaching role and qualifications in sports coaching. The position offers a fixed-term contract with a focus on fostering physical education excellence within a supportive school environment.

Benefits

Access to sporting facilities

Generous holiday allowance

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in a cover or teaching role within a secondary setting.
• Qualifications or proven experience in sports coaching.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality cover supervision across all day parts.
• Co-develop and implement daily sports and physical activity sessions for students.
• Maintain accurate attendance and incident reporting.

Skills

Sports coaching

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Experience in a cover or teaching role

Qualifications in sports coaching

Job description

Sports Coach / Cover Supervisor – LoughboroughSmile Education

Education is partnering with a leading secondary school near Loughborough to welcome dynamic Cover Supervisors / Sports Coaches to their team starting after Christmas, Jan 2026.

Length: 15‑month fixed term contract, 5 days/week, 37 hours per week.

Role Overview

The purpose of this role is to act as a Cover Supervisor and Sports Coach, inspiring young minds, supporting the school’s daily timetable and fostering an environment of physical education excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality cover supervision across all day parts.
• Co‑develop and implement daily sports and physical activity sessions for students.
• Maintain accurate attendance and incident reporting.
• Communicate effectively with teachers, parents, and student leaders.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the school’s sports programmes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Demonstrated experience in a cover or teaching role within a secondary setting.
• Qualifications or proven experience in sports coaching.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Commitment to the school’s ethos and inclusive environment.

For more information, refer to the full Job Description and Person Specification.

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Closing date: 11 January 2026

Interviews to be held 3rd and 4th February 2026

Head of Performance Support – Loughborough Sport

Full time, fixed term for 12 months.

Loughborough Sport is home to a globally unique ecosystem where elite performance meets cutting‑edge research and innovation. We seek a visionary Head of Performance Support to shape and deliver integrated services that underpin success at the highest level.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the strategic development of performance support services, aligning with the Performance Sport Leadership Team’s vision and values.
• Oversee multi‑disciplinary teams and implement robust quality assurance processes.
• Manage budgets, forecast financial plans, and identify new business opportunities.
• Collaborate with key partners, including the School of Sport & Exercise Science and the National Centre for Sport and Exercise Medicine.
• Drive innovation through technology integration and the use of AI in performance support.
• Develop practitioner pathways and contribute to the evolution of the Performance Centre as a hub for excellence.

What We’re Looking For

• Substantial experience in delivering and coordinating support services in a high‑performance, multi‑disciplinary setting.
• Proven leadership and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple budgets.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline (sport science, sports medicine, or strength and conditioning).
• Commercial acumen and the ability to identify growth opportunities.
• A collaborative leader committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Join us and be part of an environment where excellence is the norm, innovation drives progress, and the impact of your work will be felt across the sporting world.

For more information on the role please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

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Closing date: 11 January 2026

Interviews to be held 3rd and 4th February 2026

Head of Professional Services – IPS Group

Location: Leicestershire

Employment Type: Permanent

Reports To: Director of Professional Services

Direct Reports: 3

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Overview

This senior leadership role will take full ownership of the professional services portfolio, driving growth and ensuring service excellence across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic leadership and operational oversight of the professional services team.
• Develop and implement service delivery frameworks and performance metrics.
• Establish and nurture key stakeholder relationships.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and client satisfaction.
• Manage budget and financial targets for the service line.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in a senior professional services role.
• Proven track record of delivering complex services and driving business growth.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to think strategically and execute operational plans.

Salary: Competitive + Annual Bonus + Company Car

Grade: GGS13

Location: Home Based With National Travel

Head of Professional Services – British Triathlon

Location: Loughborough / Hybrid

Employment Type: Permanent (Full time)

Closing date: 7 December 2025

Interview date: 17 December 2025

Overview

British Triathlon, one of the leading triathlon organisations, is looking to strengthen its professional services function. The role requires strategic insight and a collaborative approach to support the organisation’s growth.

Benefits and Rewards (Loughborough University)

Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme.

Access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

Financial wellbeing – competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities.

Support – life event leave policies and on‑site nursery at our East Midlands campus, with flexible and hybrid working options.

Health and wellbeing – discounted gym memberships, access to world‑class sporting facilities, physiotherapy and healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support.

Travel and sustainability – electric vehicle and cycle‑to‑work schemes, plus a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting.

Discover more about the full range of rewards and benefits at Loughborough University.

Further Roles (Registered for December 2025)

• Luxury Showroom Senior Sales Advisor – Quorn Country Tiles Limited – £35,000 base salary, plus up to £9,300 performance bonus.
• Academic Tutor – Loughborough College – Temporary, full time, full remuneration.
• Lecturer (Business Related) – Higher Education Blended Learning Department – Sessional, pay £29.30 per hour.

Contact

For informal enquiries, please contact Olivia Murphy, Deputy Director of Sport ([e-mail]).