Sports Coach

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Sports Coach for a September start at The Barnehurst Federation of Schools.  Our sports coach will play an important role supporting the development of Sport and PE with classes across the school, from Reception to Year 6.

The role will include working with a range of groups and whole classes, developing children’s physical literacy skills, knowledge and positive attitude through a range of sports and physical education opportunities.   The successful candidate will also be required to teach model lessons, to ensure continuous high quality professional development in PE for all staff.

Additionally, the role will include the provision and management of a range of after school sports opportunities and clubs and taking a lead with the development of school sports teams, attending tournaments and matches. 

You will be joining a supportive and friendly staff team, the most amazing set of children and parents who appreciate your efforts.  We are committed to our staff’s professional and career development and aim to encourage you to develop into the very best you can be.

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has enthusiasm, commitment and a positive outlook.
• Experience of coaching children from Reception to Year 6, preferably in a school environment.
• Knowledge and competence in a teaching a range of sports, suitable for primary age children.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a flexible and adaptable approach.
• Strong positive behaviour management skills and the ability to motivate children.

The Federation of Barnehurst Schools comprises of 2 outstanding schools. We value our community, and the school has built a strong reputation for excellence over the years. 

We are a high achieving school with strong links to our community. The Barnehurst Federation of schools consists of a nursery, infant and junior school. We are two form entry and pride ourselves on the quality of education we provide for all our pupils. We work as one school to ensure a consistent and collaborative approach. Our children are exceptional, and visitors always credit them on their behaviour and love of learning.  We spend time investing in our staff and children to ensure that we create a learning environment that allows everyone to achieve their very best. We look forward to welcoming any candidate to join our strong and thriving team.

We are the founding school of The Primary First Trust, which currently consists of ten primary schools in Medway, Kent and Bexley. This gives us a wide support network and allows our staff to grow professionally and our children to achieve excellence. 

The ideal candidate will share our vision and commitment to upholding our high standards and aspirations for our school.

The Primary First Trust and The Federation of Barnehurst Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and other employment checks.

The Primary First Trust and The Federation of Barnehurst Schools are committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.

For further information about the school please visit the school website:  www.barnehurstfederation.co.uk

To apply for this vacancy please download and complete the attached application form and email direct to njones@barnehurstfederation.co.uk 

For further details regarding this vacancy please contact our Head Teacher, L Shields on 01322 334214 or email: admin@barnehurstfederation.co.uk

References will be requested for those short listed ONLY and prior to interview.

Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted