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Community Coach - Schools
Entry Level
Manchester, United Kingdom
in office
Contract
Job description
About the Role
This role delivers high-quality coaching and education sessions across City in the Community's Primary Schools and Disability Schools programmes, supporting pupils through National Curriculum PE, Premier League Primary Stars and inclusive physical activity. Working closely with schools, teachers and colleagues, the postholder plans and delivers engaging, inclusive sessions that help children and young people develop confidence, improve their physical wellbeing and build skills for the future. The role sits within the Schools team and involves close collaboration with the Primary Schools Officer or Disability Schools Officer to ensure programmes meet curriculum objectives and provide a safe, positive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality coaching and education sessions across the Primary Schools and Disability Schools programmes.
- Plan and deliver engaging, structured and inclusive sessions that support pupils' physical development, confidence and enjoyment of sport.
- Support pupils through National Curriculum PE, Premier League Primary Stars and inclusive physical activity.
- Work closely with the Primary Schools Officer or Disability Schools Officer to ensure programmes meet curriculum objectives.
- Provide a safe, positive learning environment for all participants.
- Build strong relationships with teachers and school staff.
- Monitor pupil progress and contribute to programme reporting.
- Maintain high safeguarding standards and ensure CITC and CFG policies are embedded across all activities.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- A minimum NGB Level 2 Coaching qualification in any sport (excluding dodgeball).
- Experience delivering coaching or education sessions within schools, with knowledge of the National Curriculum.
- Experience working with children and young people, delivering engaging and inclusive activities.
- Strong behaviour management skills, with the ability to create a positive learning environment.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a creative and adaptable approach to delivery.
- A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
- Subject to a DBS check upon commencing employment (basic, standard or enhanced depending on the role and responsibilities).
Benefits & Perks
- 26 days' annual leave plus a day off for your birthday.
- Annual discretionary bonus.
- Health Cash Plan.
- Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP support.
- Company pension and life assurance.
- Discounted match tickets.
- Savings in the City Store.
- Free City+ subscription.
- Stadium tour discounts.
- Wider retail and lifestyle offers.
About the Company
Guided by values of being caring, inclusive, transformative and youth-led, the organisation is committed to creating an environment where the team feel supported, valued and able to make a meaningful difference through the work they do every day.
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