Sports Coach level 2 & Playworker

Junior Adventures Group; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading children's activity provider is seeking a passionate Sports Coach to deliver fun and engaging sessions for children at St Helens CofE VA Primary School. This role requires a Sports Coaching Level 2 qualification or three years of experience, with a focus on building trust, communication, and creating inspiring activities. Join the team to make a positive impact on children’s lives while enjoying flexible hours.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Opportunity to inspire children

Engaging work environment

Qualifications

• Essential qualification or three years of experience in sports coaching.
• Ability to follow procedures for safety and health checks.
• Capacity to inspire and engage children in activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide engaging and inclusive care for children.
• Assist in planning and delivering various activities.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed.

Skills

Experience in sports coaching

Ability to communicate and engage with children

Organizational Skills

Proactive and responsible

Enthusiasm and energy

Education

Sports Coaching Level 2 qualification

Job description

Job Title: Sports Coach Level 2 & Playworker
Start Date: 4th September 2025
Location: St Helens CofE VA Primary School,Wheathampstead, St Albans, AL4 8AN
Hours: 2 hours & 40 mins per week for sports coaching (1hr 20 mins per sports coaching sessions, timings are 15.00 - 16.20 on on Mondays & Tuesdays).

Sports Coach Working hours: 2 hrs & 40 mins per week sports, Potential to pick up extra Hours as a playworker during the following timings:

• 7.30 - 8.45 Breakfast Club Playworker hours available if desired
• 15.20 - 18.00 After School Club Playworker hours available if desired

Operational Hours: Monday to Friday, 7.30 - 8.45 & 15.20 - 18.00 pm with sports coaching sessions in between.

Pay: up to GBP15.50 per hour (as a Sports/PE Coach)
Pay: up to GBP12.21 for the playworker sessions

Contracts Available: Term Time only

NB: Someone with a sports coaching level 2 qualification or three years experience in sports coaching is essential for this role

Choose a job you ll love so it never feels like work!

At Junior Adventures Group we are on the lookout for a happy, enthusiastic and passionate sports coach to join our growing family. You d be joining the UK s leading provider of children s wraparound care in the UK offering a range of roles in our Breakfast, After School and Holiday Clubs!

So, what does it mean to be a JAG Sports Coach?

• Do you want to inspire the next generation? We need someone to provide inclusive, fun, and engaging care for our children while inspiring them to explore their interests.
• Are you organised and enthusiastic? You would be assisting with the planning and delivery of activities with structure and enthusiasm. This includes a wide range from multi sports, games, arts & crafts, downtime and structured play.
• Are you proactive, responsible and able to follow procedures? The children in our care are our responsibility so we need team members to follow certain protocols and policies, for example completing Accident and Incident Forms, Health & Safety checks as needed
• Do you have bundles of energy, excitement, enthusiasm, and want to make a difference every day, while getting paid? We want someone who is people-focused, warm, honest and genuine and wants to create unexpected experiences which make people go WOW! .
• Can you build trust quickly, can you communicate and engage with people? Are you reliable? It is important you can help create a safe environment for our children. We expect our Playworkers to authentically and professionally communicate with all team members, parents, children and schools.
• Do you seek a role that allows you to be your special self that is flexible around you? We want your unique talents and skills, and if you re a big kid at heart even better!

Our people will always make us special at JAG if you answered yes to a number of the questions above it s people just like you we re looking for! Every single day, our incredible, professional teams make a positive difference in children s lives across the UK.

Apply now to be a JAG Sports Coach and start your journey today! We are great now, but we could be even better with you!

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in our care and so all our team members require an enhanced DBS check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

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