Sports Coach

Stclares School; Bromley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Bromley seeks an exceptional Sports Coach to join their team. The role involves working with all year groups to promote physical education in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of the PE curriculum and be able to engage effectively with students. This is a permanent part-time position with a proposed start date in January 2026. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary depending on qualifications and experience

Free coffee and tea

Free lunch provided

Long school holidays and public holidays

Free parking on site

School fee discount

Exclusive third party discounts

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Outstanding practitioner capable of engaging warmly with children.
• Strong knowledge of PE curriculum.
• Effective communicator with initiative.

Responsibilities

• Join the PE Team working across all year groups.
• Provide high-quality coaching in various sporting activities.
• Foster a caring atmosphere within the school.

Skills

Strong knowledge of the PE curriculum

Ability to engage with children

Effective communication

Initiative in providing learning opportunities

Education

Specialist coaching qualification in Football, Rugby or Cricket

Job description

About the School

Breaside Preparatory School, located in Bromley, Kent, provides a rich learning environment for your son or daughter. Our curriculum will prepare your children for the senior schools of choice through a balanced and broadly based education, from their first days in Kindergarten through to the age of 11.

We believe in getting the basics right and teaching the core subjects with a mixture of traditional teaching styles with modern approaches to learning. Coupled with a strong work ethic and an enriching learning environment, we help each child develop towards their full potential.

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 21 countries – in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East – serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools is proudly unique; our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.

About the role

The ethos of Breaside School is to provide high-quality all-round education. We are a top independent school, which aims to foster a caring atmosphere in which pupils and teachers are aware of and sympathetic to the needs of others.

The opportunity: We are looking for an exceptional Sports Coach to join our friendly, hard-working team and be part of our wonderful school community. The post will be working across all year groups as part of the PE Team. Here at Breaside we can offer a supportive and stimulating environment, with good opportunities for professional development.

This is a permanent role, needed for 3 afternoons per week. There is a proposed January 2026 start date.

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Who we are looking for

The successful candidate will be an outstanding practitioner with the ability to engage in a warm and supportive way with children. A strong knowledge of the PE curriculum and beyond is essential. You will be an effective communicator who can use their initiative to provide a variety of inspiring learning opportunities across a range of sporting activities. A specialist coaching qualification in Football, Rugby or Cricket would be an advantage.

Benefits at Cognita

• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
• Free coffee and tea supplied throughout the day
• Free lunch provided
• Long school holidays and public holidays
• Free parking on site (subject to availability)
• School fee discount
• Exclusive third party discounts
• Professional Development

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: Sunday 16th November 2025

All candidates are required to complete an online application. CVs will not be accepted. Visits to the school are encouraged; please contact the Head’s PA [e-mail] to arrange a convenient time.

Cognita Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available on the school website. Details on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders are included within the Application Guidance.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.