Sports Academy Lead & Elite Performance Coach

Crown Hills; Leicester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Leicester seeks an experienced Sports Academy Programme Lead and Coach to enhance sports education and mentorship. The role involves leading a comprehensive Sports Academy, promoting student progress, and supporting extra-curricular activities. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and coaching skills and a commitment to student success in sports and academics. This permanent, term-time position offers competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Health insurance

Work laptop

Cycle to Work scheme

No emails at weekends or after 8pm

Qualifications

• Experience of delivering coaching or teaching in a sports environment.
• Outstanding communication skills to build relationships with pupils and staff.
• Commitment to supporting the aims and values of the school.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Sports Academy programme and support pupil progress.
• Run mentoring programmes to raise pupil aspirations.
• Lead extra-curricular activities and accompany teams to events.

Skills

Communication skills

Coaching experience

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

Relevant coaching or educational qualifications

Job description

A leading educational institution in Leicester seeks an experienced Sports Academy Programme Lead and Coach to enhance sports education and mentorship. The role involves leading a comprehensive Sports Academy, promoting student progress, and supporting extra-curricular activities. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and coaching skills and a commitment to student success in sports and academics. This permanent, term-time position offers competitive salary and professional development opportunities.