Sports Coach
Ashley Church of England Primary School, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, KT12 1HX13 days remaining to apply
Start date details
ASAP
Closing date
5 December 2025 at 5pm
Date listed
21 November 2025
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time, full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £18,574.00 - £21,285.00 Annually (Actual) GST E1-E5 £26,293 – £30,131 FTE. Actual salary 30 hrs per week, 38.6 weeks per year. Pro rated for PT positions
Sports Coach job summary
To be responsible for the management and development of Sports within the school, ensuring that all pupils:
* Develop competence to excel in a broad range of physical activities.
* Are physically active for sustained periods of time.
* Engage in competitive sports and activities.
* Lead healthy, active lives.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The tasks below serve to indicate the range of responsibilities. However, it is not an exclusive or exhaustive list and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post.
General
Demonstrate a highly professional approach to everyday work.
Work independently, demonstrating initiative and pro-activity.
Work effectively as part of a team.
Develop and maintain efficient record keeping systems.
Maintain positive behaviour and inclusion in accordance with school policies, and demonstrate good practice with regard to attendance, punctuality, behaviour and respect.
Use behaviour management strategies, in line with the school’s policy and procedures, which contribute to a purposeful learning environment.
Lead and assist with maintaining good behaviour of pupils throughout the school at all times.
Motivate all pupils to work to the best of their ability to meet the curriculum standards and their educational achievement.
Promote the development of pupils’ self-reliance, self-esteem and emotional resilience.
Promote and support the inclusion of all pupils in the learning activities in which they are involved.
Communicate effectively and sensitively with pupils to support their learning.
Build and maintain positive relationships with pupils, ensuring the care, health and welfare of children at all times.
Show sensitivity and objectivity in dealing with parents, members of the school community and visitors.
HLTA - Sport Responsibilities
Actively promote positive physical and mental health.
Working with the school’s PE Lead to plan and then deliver PE sessions for all pupils.
Ensure a clear and meaningful sequence of learning, in line with the School’s wider curriculum.
Organise and deliver age-appropriate activities during lunchtime and after school clubs.
Organise and manage safely the learning activities, the physical teaching space and resources for which you are given responsibility.
Work closely with and consult with the school’s PE Lead, ensuring continuity and progression for all pupils.
Monitor pupils’ participation and progress, providing feedback to the PE Lead and class teachers, and giving constructive support to pupils as they learn; contribute to maintaining and analysing records of pupils’ progress.
Work collaboratively with colleagues, and carry out the role effectively, knowing when to seek help and advice.
Under the direction of the School Business Manager, carry out relevant Health and Safety checks.
Engage in the wider school PE offer, taking the lead where appropriate, for example for Sports Days/events, external sporting events and visits
Other Duties
Be aware of and comply with school polices relating to Safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, confidentiality and data protection.
Deal with minor problems and first aid.
Report persistent or serious issues to SLT/Class Teacher and notify the appropriate staff of injuries or problems requiring parental follow-up.
Work with the Sports Lead and AHT to identify any training and development needs, and actively seek out CPD opportunities as required by the school.
OTHER INFORMATION
The job holder will need to participate in and, when appropriate, lead staff training where required.
Undertake any other duties as requested by the Head Teacher.
Perks and Benefits:
A supportive and strong Senior Leadership Team that leads the school with clear goals.
Flexible hours
An Employee Assistance Programme (Vivup)offering confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, cycle to work, lifestyle savings program
Free places at Breakfast Club for any children that attend Ashley, during working hours.
Free teas and coffees during breaks.
Safeguarding Statement:
The Good Shepherd Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We ensure that all our employment practices reflect this commitment.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The Good Shepherd Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We ensure that all our recruitment and employment practices reflect this commitment.
The safety and wellbeing of every child in the care of Ashley is our absolute priority. We expect all of our staff, pupils, parents, LGC members, Trust directors, visitors, contractors and third-party professionals to share this view. The safeguarding and protection of children is everyone’s responsibility.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Ashley Church of England Primary School
- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 581 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Ashley Church of England Primary School website
Ashley is a large primary school for children aged between 4 and 11 (Reception to Year 6). Since September 2021, we have had three classes in each year group, with 630 pupils in the school. We benefit from a huge site which includes a large playing field and a forest school area, where children experience outdoor learning such as gardening, bee-keeping and scientific study.
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