School Sports Coach

The Role

We are seeking to appoint a talented and inspirational Sports Coach with a specialism in one or more of our school sports, on a fixed term basis for an immediate start until July 2027 initially. The successful candidate will work with school teams for rugby, football and cricket.

The role will include coaching term time Games lessons for approx. 9 hours per week, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, together with supporting PE lessons in the Senior and Primary sections as required. There will also be regular Saturday fixtures, for which the post holders must be available, and for which additional payments will be received (please see further details below). There may also be scope for additional hours due to other school activities and to be part of the school’s touring programme.

These roles provide an opportunity to help shape the principles of play throughout the school, and we are looking for those with the ambition to do so. There will be support on Games afternoons from our full and part-time staff along with members of the common room. Support is provided in strength and conditioning in our gym by the school’s Athletic Development Co-ordinator, and there is analysis support as part of our intern work with Cardiff Metropolitan University.

This post would suit a proficient sports player, who is looking for the opportunity to coach sport to keen and motivated pupils, as part of a varied and successful Games programme, at Cardiff’s leading independent school. It will suit those who enjoy coaching and working with children and are able to establish warm, professional and mutually respectful relationships with them, and who can be effective members of a highly committed team of staff. This is a rewarding role, which offer excellent experience towards future career development.

The pupils at the school are great fun and standards of behaviour are high. Should you choose to apply we look forward to meeting you, showing you what we do and hearing what you can offer. If you would like any additional information, please contact Jamie Corsi, Director of Sport, via CorsiJM@cathedral-school.co.uk.

Job Description

Sports Coaches are line managed by the Director of Sport and the Assistant Director of Sport, and the post-holder will be expected to:

· Coach each school sport across age groups, being involved with decision making and policy formation as required and assume responsibility for particular aspects of Games and PE activities within the Senior and Primary sections as required, in order that the department continues to flourish and progress in line with the rest of the school.

· The successful candidate will also contribute to the main school sports of rugby and cricket.

· Be fully committed to co-curricular activities. This will involve after school sessions and Saturday fixtures, which take place on the majority of Saturdays during the academic year. There is also the opportunity to be part of the school’s touring programme during holiday periods.

· Deliver all lessons in a dynamic and enthusiastic fashion, clearly outlining the aims and objectives.

Be a full and active member of the Sports Faculty, assuming responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the Director of Sport or Assistant Director of Sport.

· Take full part in the school’s quality assurance programme, observing sessions and being observed, and actively engage in responding positively to feedback.

· Be familiar with current coaching ideas, rules and regulations, so that non-specialist staff who assist with games can benefit from this expertise.

· Liaise appropriately with outside agencies and facilities in order to deliver a broad and balanced programme to maximise the potential of each and every child in their care.

· Look professional and act in a professional manner at all times (CSL games kit will be provided).

· Demonstrate initiative and be a positive role model to pupils.

· Be aware of and implement the schools’ Reward and Discipline Policy.

Person Specification

Essential skills and qualifications

· Minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade A*-C

· Minimum of a Level 1 qualification in one of our major sports (boys’ rugby/football/cricket)

· A current or previous exponent of at least one sport to a high standard

· 1 year minimum experience of working with children, with a record of excellence

· Good organisational skills

· Good IT skills, including experience of Word and Excel

· Good written and oral communication skills with the ability to be proactive in liaison with staff

· Good standard of numeracy

· Excellent behaviour management skills

· Ability to work independently

· A team player.

Desirable skills and qualifications

· Relevant undergraduate or postgraduate qualifications

· Level 1 qualification in more than one of our major sports

· Level 2 in at least one of our major sports

· Understanding of the relationship with parents in a fee-paying school context

· Trained First Aider

· Hold full, clean UK driving licence, preferably with a D1, and a willingness to drive the school minibus (if aged over 21).

Personal Characteristics

· Show a clear understanding of, and sympathy with, the Christian faith

· A passion for sport and its importance in improving the wellbeing of all pupils

· A strong commitment to achieving high standards

· Ability to relate to and support students of all abilities

· Ability to support and motivate others

· Self-motivated with the ability work on own initiative

· Flexible with a positive ‘can-do’ attitude

· Enthusiastic, energetic and supportive team member, building excellent working relationships with colleagues

· Able to see tasks through to completion, and within set timeframes

· Have good rapport with adults and children, nurturing positive relationships at all levels

· Have a strong commitment to working with parents/carers

· Diplomatic and trustworthy

· A sense of humour!

Pay: £15.91 per hour

Expected hours: 9.0 per week

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Free fitness classes
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• On-site gym

Application question(s):

• Do you have a minimum of a Level 1 qualification in one of our major sports (rugby/football/cricket)?
• Are you willing to complete the school’s application form (see website - Join us)?

Work Location: In person