HEAD SPORTS COACH
ABOUT THE ROLE
Available Contract Dates - 27/06/2025 - 09/08/2026
(4-6 weeks starting June 27th or July 4th)
Salary (depending on qualifications and experience): From: £675 per week (£602 + 12.07 % holiday pay)
Overview:
Academy Head Coaches are responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive and successful coaching programme whilst ensuring players' safety, well-being and enjoyment during coaching sessions. Head Coaches will lead, guide and support a team of Coaches and Assistant Coaches to make sure sessions are varied and tailored to meet the learning needs and goals of the students. Academy Head Coaches will work closely with the Senior Management Team to guarantee the seamless operation of the summer school.
In this role, you'll have the opportunity to earn, learn, and grow while showcasing your skills and enhancing your CV. You'll be able to add value to our courses by contributing to sports workshops or developing the sports programme. It is a valuable and opportunistic experience to see the inner workings of professional sports and work with leading brands (Arsenal Football Development). Additionally it offers networking and future job opportunities with industry professionals in fields of work including - teaching, sports business, professional sports (players), coaching and more. It will also help you grow in a personal and professional capacity by learning and working with Ex-Olympians, professional and international coaches and players, and English teachers with worldwide experience. Alongside young children, you can also inspire other staff members, coaches and young professionals!
We are looking for head coaches in our Golf, Hockey, Tennis, Basketball, Rugby, Dance, and Music academies.
Main Roles & Accountabilities
To understand how the Exsportise activity programmes work and to ensure that all coaching, processes and paperwork meet Company standards at all times. The Exsportise activity programmes are: General English Language Plus One Specialist Academy, Two Academy Camp and One Academy Camp (only available for Arsenal Football Development, Golf, Hockey and Tennis).
To carry out coaching responsibilities in the mornings and afternoons and ensure that registers are correct and all students are present.
To lead a team of Coaches and Assistant Coaches and to provide the necessary guidance and support to ensure they are coaching at an acceptable high level. This includes ensuring sessions are delivered with appropriate speed and in clear and concise English for students to continue learning English outside of the classroom (the Director of Studies can provide guidance).
To prepare for each session and maintain session plans, which the Centre Manager may ask for at any time. Session content is not pre-set by the Company in order to suit staff experience and knowledge. Sessions should be progressive and tailored to meet the learning needs and goals of the students.
To continuously review appropriate risk assessments and ensure sessions are carried out with the safety of students and staff in mind
To take responsibility for all students' safety, welfare, and behaviour, including discipline, during the activity programme time.
To assess all coaches and provide constructive feedback.
To assess students' standards and place them into groups according to their ability.
To deal calmly and efficiently with any queries or problems that staff, students, parents, or agents may have about the coaching.
To ensure written reports are being produced for each student at the end of each week and to carry out an end-of-week presentation of Awards
To ensure all activity equipment is kept in good condition, is stored away safely after each session and end-of-summer inventory is created.
Deliver sports, nutrition, health and mindset workshops.
Additional / General Duties - Please see the attached Job Description for a more in-depth list of duties and responsibilities associated with the Exsportise role. All staff members have a safeguarding responsibility to the children on camp.
Ways we support our ACADEMY COACHES:
Paid, job-specific training before student arrival (induction programme)
On-going support from Head Office and Elite sports professionals
Fully paid Enhanced DBS check
CPD and appraisals
Wellbeing initiative - 24/7 Welfare and Medical support
All meals and accommodation included
Continual support for all staff from the Head Office Team, both on-site and via phone/email
Safeguarding and prevent training
Supportive team working environment
About You
All staff are responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of the centre. Our top priority is the safety of children and maintaining the highest standards. We require staff members to exhibit high personal standards and to be friendly, positive, and approachable while maintaining a professional and calm demeanour. Staff should be adept at handling sensitive situations, adhering to confidentiality and data protection guidelines, serving as good role models, maintaining professional boundaries and contributing to a positive summer school environment.
We look for Team Members who are: (Personal Specification & qualifications)
Appropriate coaching qualification in your chosen activity (i.e. Minimum Level 2/3 or above coaching qualification for sports, PGA Professional status for golf, dance degree/ diploma and teaching experience for dance, RPT or LTA for Tennis, EHA for Hockey, UEFA for football) or vastly high achiever in your chosen activity - (i.e. ex/current top league professional or Olympic level).
Highly organised and responsible character with excellent time management skills
Strong leadership skills, be able to manage, develop and motivate a team of coaches and able to set high standards
Able to deal well with pressure and to multi-task
Enthusiastic and friendly
Excellent communication skills with people of all levels
Flexible and adaptable approach to working hours
Working Conditions:
Rota & Days Off: Rotas and days off are scheduled by the Centre Manager. Any adjustments need their approval. Employees will work 6 days a week, with one dedicated 24-hour off period.
Sample Schedule/Rota - please see the job description
Working Hours: Typically 8:15- 17:45 per day Mon-Fri. Plus Sunday welcome meeting to meet students. Additional house & meal duties are on rota basis . Additional house and meal duties are on a rota basis.
Welfare & Intensity: Our programmes require commitment and are action-packed. Days can be long and demanding. Regardless of being on or off duty, Exsportise is committed to safeguarding and prioritising the welfare of students and staff is paramount.
Accommodation: Staff housing is provided at the course centre, a single room with shared bathroom facilities.
Dress Code: When overseeing activities, sportswear is required, so please avoid excessively short or revealing attire.
Alcohol, Smoking and Substance abuse: Given your role with children, the possession and consumption of alcohol and substance abuse is strictly prohibited on site or during working hours. Smoking, including the use of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) such as e-cigarettes, vapes etc. is only permitted in designated smoking areas and when off duty.
As part of the onboarding process, you will be asked to attend an online/in person meeting/event before the start of our courses.
To apply
If you have any further questions or are not sure what role to apply for, please contact us at: recruitment@exsportise.co.uk
All staff must pass employment checks, including confirmation that they are not barred from working with children. It is a criminal offence for any person who is barred from working with children to attempt to apply for a position with us. Working with Exsportise involves direct contact with vulnerable children and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
SHOULD YOU BE SUCCESSFUL
Any gaps in your CV must have a reasonable explanation
You will have to prove your Right to Work in the UK
You must provide the details of two recent and relevant (professional) referees
You will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS), and equivalent if you live, or have lived, outside of the UK (Police check)
You will be asked to state that you have no known reason why you cannot work with children
Official identification and certificates will be required for our records
Exsportise Safeguarding Statement: Exsportise is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment, whether on or off duty. All staff are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Please be note that Exsportise may conduct online searches for shortlisted candidates as part of our legal duty to meet our safeguarding duties.
OUR SUMMER CAMP JOB LOCATIONS
EXAMPLE COACHING TIMETABLE
Our summer camp job benefits and opportunities
Unique experience to work and teach within a fast-paced and energetic multi-national environment with people from all over the world (80+ nationalities)
All meals & accommodation provided - each member of staff is given their own room
A supportive team working environment (see our values)
24/7 Welfare and Medical support
Real development opportunities within the company (performance-based promotions available within the summer)
Use of our venue sports training centres, general facilities and on-site gym in your free time
A paid pre-camp induction training programme
We are one of the highest-paying summer school providers in the UK
A valuable and opportunistic experience to see the inner workings of professional sports
Networking and future job opportunities
Grow in a personal and professional capacity
Develop leadership and communication skills
The potential to change lives as a role model to students
