Sports Coach

Overview

Kids Planet Waverton House is looking for a Sports Coach to join our team. We're a family-run business focused on giving children the best possible start, with values of care, curiosity, and a love for early years.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 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.
• Work collaboratively with the team to create a safe, fun, and active environment.
• Build warm, trusting relationships with children and families through open, supportive communication.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK-recognised early years qualification or be willing to complete through the Kids Planet Training Academy.
• Desirable but not essential to hold a sports-based qualification.
• Detailed understanding of the physical education requirements set by Ofsted, with knowledge of the EYFS.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.

Benefits and What We Offer

• Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day.
• Accredited training through KP Academy and a 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.
• Competitive salary, pension plan, and enhanced holiday allowance.
• Friendly central support team always on hand to help.

Additional Information

• We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every position. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure responsibilities are understood and fulfilled.
• A Disclosure and Barring Service certificate is mandatory for all positions; this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of safeguarding duties.
• Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).