Job description

Sports Coaches required in Huddersfield and Surrounding Areas

We are seeking passionate and dedicated Sports Coaches to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in sports coaching and a commitment to educating athletes of all skill levels. This role involves developing training programmes, leading practice sessions, and fostering a positive team environment. The Sports Coach will play a crucial role in enhancing the skills and performance of our athletes while promoting sportsmanship and teamwork.

About The Role

• Design and implement effective training programmes tailored to the needs of individual students and teams.
• Conduct regular practice sessions, ensuring that all participants are engaged and learning.
• Educate athletes on the rules, strategies, and techniques of their respective sports.
• Monitor athlete performance and provide constructive feedback to encourage improvement.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and motivating environment that promotes teamwork and sportsmanship.
• Organise and lead team meetings to discuss goals, strategies, and performance evaluations.
• Collaborate with other coaches and staff to ensure a cohesive approach to athlete development.
• Maintain records of athlete progress and attendance during training sessions.

About You

• Strong knowledge of sports coaching principles and techniques.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to educate athletes effectively.
• Ability to motivate individuals and teams while fostering a supportive atmosphere.
• Strong organisational skills to manage training schedules and athlete records.
• Patience and adaptability when working with athletes of varying skill levels.
• A passion for sports and a commitment to promoting physical fitness among participants.

If you are enthusiastic about coaching and have the skills necessary to inspire athletes, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity as a Sports Coach.We welcome applications from candidates with any level of experience, although previous experience of working with students with challenging behaviour will be an advantage. If you are an aspiring teacher, or an experience cover supervisor looking for a position, this opportunity could be ideal for you. This role could also suit a candidate with experience of working as a Youth Worker or Behaviour Mentor.

About us:

We are Engage Education, the most trusted education recruitment agency, with professional development and support at our core.

• Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant)
• Free CPD sessions
• Your own dedicated consultant
• £150 'Refer a Friend’ bonus
• Wellbeing support, travel discounts, and retail offers from our partners

How to apply

You can apply for this role below or get in touch with us directly. All applicants require the appropriate qualifications, and all teachers require a formally-recognised teaching qualification.If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role.All candidates must have a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting work. Full assistance provided.By applying for this role, you are consenting to Engage Education Ltd storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the GDPR requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £14.00-£17.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 18 per week

Benefits:

• Canteen
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Huddersfield, West Yorkshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Huddersfield Sport Coach