Experienced Operations, Training, and Recruitment Manager within the primary school sports coaching sector, with a strong background in managing coaching programmes that deliver high-quality physical education and extracurricular sport to young people. Skilled in recruiting, developing, and supporting coaching staff to ensure safe, engaging, and inclusive sessions across multiple schools. Proven ability to oversee daily operations, implement training programmes, and maintain strong relationships with schools, staff, and stakeholders. Passionate about improving the standard of school sport while creating opportunities for coaches to develop and thrive within a supportive environment. Committed to promoting active lifestyles and positive sporting experiences for primary school pupils.
Responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of sports coaching programmes across multiple primary schools, ensuring high-quality provision, staff performance, and strong relationships with partner schools.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the day-to-day operations of sports coaching programmes delivered across primary schools, ensuring sessions run smoothly and meet school expectations.
Coordinate coach schedules, school timetables, and programme logistics to ensure full staffing and efficient delivery.
Build and maintain strong relationships with school leadership teams, teachers, and external partners.
Lead the recruitment process for new coaches, including advertising roles, screening applications, interviewing candidates, and onboarding new staff.
Design and deliver training programmes to support the professional development of sports coaches, ensuring high standards of coaching and safeguarding in school environments.
Monitor coaching quality through observations, feedback, and performance reviews to maintain consistent standards across the coaching team.
Ensure all staff meet safeguarding, compliance, and qualification requirements for working in primary schools.
Support business growth by identifying staffing needs, improving operational processes, and contributing to the expansion of school partnerships.
Provide ongoing support and mentorship to coaching staff to encourage development, confidence, and retention.