Sports Coach / PE Practitioner

Lsceducate; Cheadle; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly payroll

Dynamic team of coaches

Ongoing professional development

Curriculum maps and resources provided

Paid breaks

Opportunity to work with passionate co

Job summary

LSC is hiring a Head Sports Coach to deliver engaging PE lessons in primary schools across Manchester and Greater Manchester. You’ll lead lunchtime clubs, plan sessions, and foster inclusive, confidence-building experiences for children.

We require a Physical Education or Sports Coaching Degree, Level 2 coaching qualification, and at least 2 years of PE delivery in UK primary schools. DBS, safeguarding, and first aid training must be up to date.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Education or Sports Coaching is required.
• Minimum Level 2 National Governing Body coaching qualification.
• 2 years’ experience delivering PE in UK primary schools.
• Valid DBS clearance required.
• Current safeguarding training and first aid training are in date.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured PE lessons in primary schools across the Manchester region.
• Lead lunchtime clubs and after‑school activities.
• Plan and prepare engaging sessions for pupils.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, teachers and school staff.
• Support children of all abilities to participate and enjoy physical activity.

Skills

PE coaching

Child engagement

Session planning

Lunchtime clubs

Education

Physical Education or Sports Coaching Degree

Level 2 Coaching Qualification

Job description

Inspire the Next Generation Through Sport – Join LSC as a Head Sports Coach!

Passionate about sport? Love inspiring children through physical activity? Looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact every day?

At LSC, we’re looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Head Sports Coach to join our team of subject specialists in Manchester and Greater Manchester. If you’re passionate about delivering high-quality PE lessons, creating memorable experiences and helping children discover a lifelong love of sport, we’d love to hear from you!

Sport Coach / PE Practitioner (Primary Schools)
Location: Manchester South
Pay: £21,479
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm

Why Join LSC?

LSC is the largest provider of PPA cover across the UK, supporting primary schools with specialist teaching across PE, MFL, Music, Art, Drama and more.

Our coaches play a vital role in helping children build confidence, develop new skills and enjoy the benefits of being active. When you join LSC, you’ll become part of a supportive team that values creativity, teamwork and delivering outstanding experiences for young people.

The Role:

As a Sports Coach, you’ll deliver engaging and high-quality PE lessons within primary schools across the Manchester region.

You’ll help children develop their physical skills, confidence and enthusiasm for sport while creating exciting and inclusive learning environments.

During term time, your role will include:

• Delivering structured PE lessons within one of our partner schools.
• Leading lunchtime clubs and after-school activities.
• Planning and preparing engaging sessions.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, teachers and school staff.
• Supporting children of all abilities to participate and enjoy physical activity.

We also run our newly revamped Holiday Clubs, giving our coaches the opportunity to lead and support sessions outside of term time. This is where you can get creative, have fun and continue making a difference all year round!

We’d Love To Meet Someone Who…

Is a skilled and passionate Head Sports Coach who wants to deliver inspiring PE lessons without excessive paperwork.

You’ll be confident delivering sessions linked to the Physical Education National Curriculum and have the ability to engage children, encourage participation and show them the positive impact sport and exercise can have on their lives.

You’ll also share and demonstrate our core values:

• Play as a Team
• Own It!
• Strive to Improve, Everywhere
• Be a Role Model
• Bring the Passion
• Create Memorable Experiences

Requirements:

• Physical Education or Sports Coaching Degree.
• Minimum of Level 2 National Governing Body Coaching Qualification.
• 2 years’ experience delivering PE within UK primary schools.
• Valid DBS clearance.

• Current and in-date Safeguarding training.
• Current and in-date First Aid training.

What We Offer:

• Enjoy teaching your specialist subject with a child-centred approach.
• Monthly payroll ensuring consistent pay every month.
• A dynamic and supportive team of creative teachers and coaches.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Curriculum maps and resources provided.
• Paid breaks.
• The opportunity to work with a like-minded team of passionate coaches.

Ready To Inspire Through Sport?

If you’re passionate about PE, enjoy working with children and want to join a team that creates memorable sporting experiences every day, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us inspire the next generation through sport with LSC!

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