Sports Coach (Casual)

The David Ross Education Trust are looking for a passionate and inspirational Sports Coach to support various Lincolnshire Academies on a casual basis. If you have a passion for working with and encouraging young people to participate in sports then we want to hear from you. 

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

This role will have responsibility for improving participation and performance within Football, Netball, Hockey, Rugby or Athletics, before, during and/or after school.

The role will also work closely with the PE department to ensure the enrichment sessions are planned, reported, and delivered to a high standard.

The Trust is passionate about sport and we’re looking for coaches to work across our academies to increase participation, performance and opportunities for our pupils. Whether you are new to coaching or have many years experience, we may have a role for you. 

Salary & Benefits

£15 - £30 per hour dependant on qualifications and experience

Who we are looking for

• Coaching qualification within Netball, Football, Athletics, Rugby or Hockey or significant experience
• Passion for sport which could be drawn on to benefit the academy and pupils
• Excellent organisation and communication skills
• Ability to plan, organise and deliver meaningful coaching sessions
• Positive role model, demonstrating self-motivation and mature interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain a warm, respectful, and valued rapport with young people.
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written). 
• Able to use your own initiative to drive participation and improve performance
• High personal and professional standards, including recognition of the confidentiality issues impacting upon work in a school 
• Awareness of safeguarding legislation and issues and full commitment to safeguarding practice.
• Ability to communicate with pupils, parents, staff and other members of the Trust
• Enthusiastic and energetic approach, with a can-do attitude.
• Ability to deliver and manage sessions with large numbers of students

 About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. 

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please use the ‘apply now’ button. 

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.