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Kids Planet Day Nurseries Ltd.

Coventry

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Job summary

A leading childcare provider is seeking a Sports Coach in Coventry to deliver engaging sports activities that promote children's physical development and wellbeing. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 2 qualification in early years and demonstrate excellent teamwork and communication skills. This role offers a supportive team environment, including competitive salary, generous childcare discounts, and an emphasis on employee wellbeing. Apply today to make a difference in young children's lives.

Benefits

Free meals
Accredited training
Enhanced leave
Wellbeing benefits
Competitive salary
Long service awards
Birthday leave

Qualifications

  • At least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification or willing to complete.
  • Desirable but not essential sports-based qualification.
  • Knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted requirements.
  • Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver engaging sports and play activities promoting physical development.
  • Work collaboratively to create a safe and fun environment.
  • Build trusting relationships with children and families.

Skills

Engaging sports and play activities
Teamwork
Understanding of physical education requirements
Excellent communication skills
Safeguarding children

Education

Level 2 qualification in early years
Sports-based qualification
Job description
Overview

Sports Coach - Kids Planet Day Nurseries Coventry Area

Coventry CV1, UK

Job Description

Posted Tuesday 20 January 2026 at 01:00

Kids Planet is an independent, family run group of nurseries providing the highest standard of nursery care across the UK.

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day? Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years.

Join Kids Planet as a Sports Coach in the Coventry Area! We’re now looking for a Sports Coach to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive.

Why Kids Planet
  • Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
  • Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025
  • 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply
What we offer our Sports Coaches
  • Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day
  • Accredited training through our KP Academy and bespoke training platform
  • Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters
  • Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round
  • Long service awards to celebrate your commitment
  • Take the day off on your birthday, it’s all about you
  • Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance
  • Friendly central support team always on hand to help
How you’ll make a difference as a Sports Coach
  • By delivering engaging sports and play activities that promote physical development, teamwork, and confidence, while supporting children’s overall care and wellbeing in line with the EYFS
  • Through working collaboratively with your team to create a safe, fun, and active environment
  • By building warm, trusting relationships with children and families through open, supportive communication
What a Sports Coach needs
  • Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification or willing to complete through the Kids Planet Training Academy
  • Desirable but not essential to hold a sports-based qualification
  • Have a detailed understanding of the physical education requirements set by Ofsted, with knowledge of the EYFS
  • Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children
Sound like the place for you?

Apply today to join Kids Planet Day Nurseries.

Kids Planet is committed to equal opportunities for all. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our staff and children. Applications are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

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