Part-Time Lunchtime Football Coach – School Support

Job Description

Hours: Monday to Friday, 12:00pm–2:00pm (10 hours per week)
Location: Peterlee
Salary: £13.50ph

About the Role

Simply Sport Ltd is looking to recruit enthusiastic and reliable football coaches to provide lunchtime football support at a school in Peterlee.

The role will involve organising, refereeing and supervising lunchtime football matches for students aged 11–16, helping to create a fun, inclusive and enjoyable environment where students can stay active and develop their interest in sport.

We are ideally looking to recruit two members of staff to work together at the school.

Key Responsibilities

  • Organise and referee lunchtime football matches.
  • Encourage participation and fair play.
  • Manage student behaviour and promote positive sporting attitudes.
  • Ensure activities are safe, inclusive and enjoyable for all students.
  • Build positive relationships with students and school staff.

What We're Looking For

  • A good knowledge and understanding of football.
  • Confidence in managing groups of young people aged 11–16.
  • Good communication and organisational skills.
  • A positive, enthusiastic and reliable approach.
  • Previous coaching experience necessary

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 12:00pm–2:00pm during school term time. Potential for extended hours in the school holidays within our holiday club programme.

This position could be ideal for an existing football coach, referee, sports student or someone looking to gain experience working within a school environment.

About Simply Sport

Simply Sport Ltd has been delivering high-quality PE, sport and physical activity opportunities across schools in the North East since 2001.

We are passionate about helping young people develop their confidence, skills and enjoyment of sport.

Pay: £13.50 per hour

Expected hours: 10.0 per week

Work Location: In person