Sports Coach - St Mary's Catholic Primary School

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

St Mary’s Catholic Primary School is looking for a dedicated Sports Coach to enhance our physical education program. The role involves leading engaging PE lessons, supporting staff, and organizing activities aimed at fostering children's confidence and enjoyment in physical activities. Candidates should have a background in sports coaching or physical education and the ability to inspire children of all abilities.

Qualifications

• Experience working with primary-aged children in an educational or coaching role.
• Understanding of the PE curriculum for primary schools.
• Confidence to take initiative and lead engaging sessions.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A positive and resilient attitude.
• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality PE lessons from Early Years through Key Stage 2, aligned with the national curriculum.
• Support staff with PE development and best practice coaching strategies.
• Lead structured physical activities during break and lunchtimes.
• Organise school competitions, games, and events in partnership with local networks.
• Provide classroom-based support and targeted academic interventions when required.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

Graduates in physical education or sports science

Job description

Job Title: Sports Coach

Location:St Mary’s Catholic Primary School

Contract Type:Temporary (One year in the first instance)

Working Hours:31.75 hours per week, starting at 10:00am daily

Start Date:Following successful interview and DBS clearance

Salary:NJC Grade 4, Spinal Column Points 7–11 Annual Pay Range: £25,584 – £27,269 (pro rata)

Job Purpose

St Mary’s Catholic Primary School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Sports Coach to lead our PE and sports provision, helping every child develop confidence, enjoyment, and success through physical activity.This dual-role post offers a rewarding opportunity to support children’s learning both in and beyond the classroom.

As our school continues to grow, the emphasis of this role will shift towards specialist PE teaching.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality PE lessons from Early Years through Key Stage 2, aligned with the national curriculum
• Support staff with PE development and best practice coaching strategies
• Lead structured physical activities during break and lunchtimes
• Organise school competitions, games, and events in partnership with local networks
• Provide classroom-based support and targeted academic interventions when required

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including:

• Qualified sports coaches or primary PE teachers
• Graduates in physical education or sports science
• Experienced coaches from community, club, or school-based settings

What matters most is your ability to inspire, lead, and connect with children of all abilities.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working with primary-aged children in an educational or coaching role
• Understanding of the PE curriculum for primary schools
• Confidence to take initiative and lead engaging sessions
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A positive and resilient attitude
• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs (desirable)

Application forms must be returned to school by 12pm on 3rd September 2025

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 9th September 2025.

We aim to appoint a candidate who can begin as soon as a clear DBS is returned.

Safeguarding Commitment

St Mary’s is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, which may include:

• Enhanced DBS clearance
• Online and social media screening
• Professional references
• Verification of right to work in the UK
• Medical assessment (if applicable)
• Disclosure of relevant convictions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Order)

Attached documents
Person specification
Application form
Application form notes
Consent to obtain references
Rehabilitation of Offenders Act Disclosure Form