Job Description

Sports Coach - Netball and/or Hockey Specialist (Part-Time)

Leighton Park School is seeking an inspiring and energetic Sports Coach with a specialism in netball and/or hockey to support our vibrant Games Programme and Co-Curricular activities. This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving independent school where sport plays a central role in student life.

You will bring relevant qualifications and proven experience coaching netball and/or hockey to a high standard. We are looking for someone who is a positive role model, enthusiastic, self-motivated, and committed to nurturing sporting excellence. A willingness to be fully involved in fixtures and the wider Co-Curricular programme is essential. The role includes coaching students from Year 7 through to our Upper Sixth, supporting their development across all ability levels.

Typical working hours are from 2.00pm - 5.30pm Monday to Thursday, and 2.00pm - 4.30pm on Fridays.

We offer a competitive hourly rate and all the benefits of working in a supportive and forward-thinking school environment.

To apply, please complete the attached application form, or complete the online form on our recruitment website, and email it to apply@leightonpark.com. If you require further information, please call HR on 0118 987 9600.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; therefore, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Developing kind and compassionate leaders for the future is an important part of how we give our Quaker values currency and purpose. Leighton Park seeks to be a leading school which delights in being diverse, open-minded and with a culture of equitable inclusion. For this reason, we warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Leighton Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, therefore the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check as part of our recruitment process.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract, Zero hours contract
Contract length: 12 months

Expected hours: 10.5 per week

Benefits:

Canteen Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Free flu jabs Free parking Gym membership On-site gym On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 17/08/2025
Expected start date: 08/09/2025