Assistant Sports Coach

Torriano Primary School is an outstanding two form entry school in Kentish Town. The culture of our school ensures that every child is known well and valued. We are a happy, ambitious and inclusive school, reflecting the rich diversity of families in our area. As an Ambassador Rights Respecting school, children’s rights and active citizenship are placed at the core of our ethos and values. We are committed to being an anti-racist organisation, promoting racial and gender equality.  

We believe in a diverse staff body to truly reflect our community and enrich our children’s educational experiences. Torriano Primary is working in an exciting partnership with Brecknock Primary School, Camden. Together, we share a vision to ensure that children achieve the highest standards academically and socially. They are taught in a way which challenges their thinking, simulates their interests and promotes active citizenship. 

The Executive Headteacher and Head of Schools of both Torriano and Brecknock Primary School are seeking to appoint a dedicated and dynamic Assistant Sports Coach to join our team. We require an excellent coach who is passionate about improving the life chances for the children in our community. The successful candidate will be a committed team player, determined to make a positive difference. 

We offer:

• Enthusiastic, hardworking and responsive children

• Passionate, caring and dedicated staff

• The opportunity to work in a Gold Rights Respecting school, with a commitment to global education

• Outstanding OFSTED inspection September 2018

• Opportunity to work across the Brecknock and Torriano, as part of a dynamic professional learning community.

• A commitment to staff development and research based learning with excellent curriculum CPD opportunities within the Torriano partnership, Camden Learning, and other national networks, e.g. Teaching For Mastery in Mathematics with NCETM, Voice 21 for Oracy, STEAM and Crick Institute partnerships.

• A caring school with a commitment to the DfE Education Staff Wellbeing Charter.

• A member of the Camden Anti-Racist Hub, focusing on decolonising the curriculum.

• A strong commitment to the arts working with Artists in Residents and performing arts experts across the partnership.

• Supportive governors

In return we ask for someone who is /has:

• an experienced sports coach

• able to inspire and motivate pupils, parents and colleagues

• committed to obtaining high standards in physical education

• vision, energy and enthusiasm for making sports exciting

Closing Date: 9th June 2022

Shortlisting: 10th June 2022

Interview: Week beginning 13th June 2022

Brecknock and Torriano Primary School are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and staff. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer.