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Sports coach

Job details
Posting date: 10 February 2026
Salary: Not specified
Additional salary information: Pension Contributions and Free Childcare
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 12 March 2026
Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Corby Sport Dimensions Limited
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: DWP0003

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Summary

Job Purpose

Athena Activities Ltd is seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Sports Coach to deliver high-quality sports and physical activity sessions to children and young people. The successful candidate will inspire participants to enjoy sport, develop their skills, and build confidence in a safe, inclusive, and positive environment.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging sports and physical activity sessions in line with Athena Activities’ standards

Coach a range of sports (e.g. football, basketball, athletics, multi-skills, PE activities) appropriate to age and ability

Ensure all sessions are safe, structured, and enjoyable

Promote teamwork, fair play, and positive behaviour

Supervise and support participants, ensuring safeguarding and wellbeing at all times

Set up and pack away equipment safely and correctly

Communicate clearly with children, parents, schools, and Athena Activities staff

Follow company policies including health & safety, safeguarding, and risk assessments

Provide feedback on participant progress and session quality

Person Specification
Essential

Level 3 in Sport, coaching and PE

Passion for sport, physical activity, and working with children

Ability to engage, motivate, and manage groups of young people

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Reliable, punctual, and professional

Basic understanding of safeguarding and child protection

Willingness to undergo a DBS check

Desirable

Coaching qualifications (e.g. Level 3 in sports coaching, PE, or activity leadership)
T Level in Education and Early Years (with PE or physical activity placements
Experience working in schools, holiday clubs, or sports clubs

First Aid qualification

Knowledge of multiple sports

Working Conditions

Part-time, casual, or term-time positions available

Sessions may take place before school, after school, during holidays, or weekends

Work may be indoors or outdoors in a variety of settings

What Athena Activities Ltd Offers
Free Childcare.

Supportive and values-led organisation.

Opportunity to increase hours during school holidays.

Positive, child-centred working environment.

Chance to make a real difference to children and families in your community

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.

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