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Are you passionate about inspiring children through sport and physical activity
Drapers Mills Primary Academyis looking for an enthusiastic and dedicatedSports Coachto join our friendly and supportive team.
This is a fixed term maternity cover contract ending on the 23/07/2026
This is an exciting opportunity to help children aged 411 develop physical skills confidence and a love for movement through engaging PE lessons and extracurricular activities. Youll play a key role in promoting healthy lifestyles teamwork and positive attitudes toward sport within our school community.
The ideal Sports Coachwill be someone who is:
*Experienced with working with primary-aged children.
*Someone energetic Enthusiastic reliable and confident in leading a range of sports and activities.
*A great communicator who can build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
*A team player who is committed to the safety well-being and development of all children.
*Understanding of the educational welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting
*Confident in using a range of resources to make Physical Education engaging
*Able to contribute to the wider life of the trust
*Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities
We know youre going to do great things as a Sports Coach investing in our employees wellbeing and career development is a priority for us.
We can offer you:
* Excellent ongoing CPD and training programs with a wealth of high quality development opportunities for all stages of career
* Coaching and mentoring from the academys experienced leadership team
* A comprehensive induction programme
* Friendly and supportive environment where everyone is committed to a work life balance
* The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
* Access to trust resources and materials to help plan and deliver great lessons
* Cycle to work scheme
* TKAT Widerwallet discount program with a wealth of discounts
* Free eye tests
* Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help
About Drapers Mills Primary Academy
Our staff team is committed to providing a secure happy and calm environment in which all children are able to thrive socially emotionally and academically. We are a friendly and engaging school with strong connections amongst our local community to find out more visit ourschool website.
To discover what makes Drapers Mills so extraordinary please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on or email
About TKAT
The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching leadership and learning for all. Within the#oneTKATfamilythe shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child whatever their background receives a high quality education. We place a high value on collaboration;achieving more together giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn ensuring a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.
We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equity Inclusion Diversity and Belonging
At TKAT we are committed to Equity Inclusion Diversity and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences value individual experiences aspirations and achievements and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
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