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Sports Coach - Term Time

St Ethelbert's Catholic Primary School, Ramsgate

  • Ref:KCC886-3722-75S
  • Posted:28/05/2026
  • Pay:KSC pro rata full time starting salary is £26,956
  • Start Date:1st September 2026
  • App Close Date:05/06/2026 at 12:00
  • Interviews:Tuesday 9th June 2026

Advert

Are you looking for an exciting new challenge with excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression?

Do you have the passion, energy and creativity to inspire children through sport and physical education while contributing to a dedicated and supportive school community?

If so, we would love to hear from you.

At St Ethelbert’s Catholic Primary School and Nursery, we are proud of our inclusive and nurturing environment and are excited to continue our journey towards becoming an exceptional school. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Sports Coach to join our team and help enrich the learning, wellbeing and personal development of our pupils.

The Role

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality PE and sporting opportunities across the school from Nursery to Year 6, supporting children to develop confidence, teamwork and healthy lifestyles.

The role includes:

  • Delivering engaging PE sessions across EYFS and Primary phases
  • Leading after-school sports clubs Monday to Friday
  • Supporting sports fixtures and competitions, including occasional weekend events (paid overtime available)
  • Optional wraparound care provision until 6pm each weekday (paid overtime available)
  • The week will consist of three days PE teaching (including swimming); two days additional support in Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2.
  • To lead PE across the school.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday
8:30am – 4:30pm
(Includes a 30-minute lunch break and 30-minute lunchtime provision)

This is initially a temporary contract, to be reviewed after one year.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

  • Has relevant qualifications and experience in a similar role
  • Has a strong knowledge and understanding of the EYFS and Primary PE Curriculum
  • Is an excellent role model with high expectations for all pupils
  • Is enthusiastic, resilient and able to motivate and inspire others
  • Works effectively as part of a team and is committed to continuous improvement
  • Is willing to contribute fully to all aspects of school life
  • Supports and promotes a strong child-centred ethos

We welcome applications from both Catholic and non-Catholic candidates. Non-Catholic applicants must be willing to support the Catholic ethos and values of the school.

Experience of working with children is essential, along with good numeracy and literacy skills.

Salary

KSC Pay Scale (pro rata)
Full-time KSC starting salary: £26,956

This post is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Visits to the School

We warmly encourage prospective applicants to visit the school or arrange an informal discussion with the Headteacher prior to applying. Please contact the school office to arrange this.

Application forms, job descriptions and person specifications are available below.

Important Dates

Closing Date: Friday 5th June 2026 at 12:00pm
Interview Date: Tuesday 9th June 2026

Completed application forms should be sent directly to:
jane.vernon@stethelbertsschool.co.uk
(School Manager/PA)

Safeguarding Statement

St Ethelbert’s Catholic Primary School and Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Appointments are subject to:

  • Enhanced DBS clearance
  • Checks against the Barred List for Children
  • Verification of the right to work in the UK

Information about the school

St Ethelbert’s Catholic Primary School is a one form entry school set in the heart of the Georgian town of Ramsgate, Kent, just a short walk from the beaches overlooking the English Channel. The school had its last Ofsted Inspection in May 2025 and is rated Good. It had a denominational inspection in May 2023 and is rated Outstanding. Our staff and governors are hard-working, caring, supportive and friendly and the children are very well behaved. With our church being on the school site we are building strong links with our local community. Our school motto is ‘High Expectations for all, in the Light of Christ’. Children are encouraged to fulfil their potential through a curriculum that meets the needs of all pupils, develops independence and enquiry-based learning skills and offers appropriate challenges so that they achieve the highest possible standards in all areas of their lives. Our school values are THOUGHTFULNESS; KNOWLEDGE; INCLUSION.

Job Contact Information

Fax: (01843) 570689

Documents

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.