Sports Coach

By delivering engaging sports and play activities that promote physical development, teamwork, and confidence, while supporting children's overall care and wellbeing in line with the EYFS.

Through working collaboratively with your team to create a safe, fun, and active environment.

By building warm, trusting relationships with children and families through open, supportive communication.

Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification or willing to complete through the Kids Planet Training Academy.

Desirable but not essential to hold a sports-based qualification.

Have a detailed understanding of the physical education requirements set by Ofsted, with knowledge of the EYFS.

Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.

Over 15 languages spoken by the KP Christie Fields team.

Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26

Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women, for the second year running

Crowned NMT's Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running

Awarded one of the UK's Best Workplaces in Education & Training by Great Place to Work 2026

80% Childcare Discount - T&Cs apply

What we offer our Sports Coaches:

Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day!

Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform.

Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters.

Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round.

Long service awards to celebrate your commitment.

Take the day off on your birthday, it's all about you!

Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance.

Friendly central support team always on hand to help.