Sports Coach

Kids Planet Day Nurseries; Lidgate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Lidgate is seeking a Sports Coach to join its team. The role involves delivering engaging sports activities that promote children's physical development and well-being. Qualifications required include a Level 2 early years qualification and a good understanding of safeguarding practices. The position offers a supportive environment with a strong emphasis on staff welfare and professional development through accredited training. A competitive salary and additional benefits are provided.

Benefits

Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks

Accredited training

Enhanced leave for family

Staff rewards and fun events

Long service awards

Birthday off

Competitive salary and pension

Qualifications

• Must be Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification or willing to complete through the Kids Planet Training Academy.
• Desirable but not essential to hold a sports-based qualification.
• Detailed understanding of the physical education requirements set by Ofsted.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging sports and play activities promoting physical development.
• Work collaboratively with your team to create a safe and fun environment.
• Build warm relationships with children and families through supportive communication.

Skills

Engaging sports and play activities

Teamwork

Building relationships

Understanding of safeguarding children

Education

Level 2 qualification in early years

Sports-based qualification (desirable)

Job description

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years.

Join Kids Planet Turnbridge as a Sports Coach! This role is based on 30 hours per week.

We’re now looking for a Sports Coach to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive.

Why Kids Planet Turnbridge?

• Long standing team
• Large outdoor area with each room having a separate garden
• Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
• Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025
• 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply

What we offer our Sports Coaches:

• Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day!
• Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform.
• Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters.
• Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round.
• Long service awards to celebrate your commitment.
• Take the day off on your birthday, it’s all about you!
• Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced allowance.
• Friendly central support team always on hand to help.

How you’ll make a difference as a Sports Coach:

• By delivering engaging sports and play activities that promote physical development, teamwork, and confidence, while supporting children’s overall care and wellbeing in line with the EYFS.
• Through working collaboratively with your team to create a safe, fun, and active environment.
• By building warm, trusting relationships with children and families through open, supportive communication.

What a Sports Coach needs:

• Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification or willing to complete through the Kids Planet Training Academy.
• Desirable but not essential to hold a sports-based qualification.
• Have a detailed understanding of the physical education requirements set by Ofsted, with knowledge of the EYFS.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.

Sound like the place for you? Apply today to join Kids Planet Turnbridge.

We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role.

We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish!

Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.