Children's Sport Coach

Base Pay Range

Children's Sports Coach – Munchkin Sports
Salary: £24,000 – £26,000 per year

Location:

South East London & Bromley (Catford base)

Contract:

0‑hour or permanent
Flexible hours to accommodate studies, childcare and other commitments.

Munchkin Sports is a leading early‑years and youth sports provider, introducing more than 4,000 children to sport each week. Our imaginative, creative approach builds confidence, coordination, teamwork and enjoyment of movement. For over a decade we’ve delivered PE lessons, wrap‑around care, after‑school clubs, weekend sports, parties and holiday camps across South East London.

Children’s Head Sports Coach – lead high‑quality sessions for children aged 3‑11, support junior coaches, communicate with families and schools, and maintain safe, inclusive environments.

09:00 – Team briefing and daily plan
10:00‑12:00 – Plan & prepare session plans, collect equipment
12:00‑13:00 – Lunch
13:00 – Travel to school or venue
14:00 – Set‑up circuits and games
14:30 – Deliver sessions, support assistants, ensure fun and safety
16:30 – Pack down, sign children out, debrief or finish at site

• Deliver PE, after school clubs, weekend programmes and holiday camps.
• Lead fun, inclusive sessions for ages 3‑11.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and school staff.
• Maintain a safe, supportive and structured learning environment.
• Mentor junior coaches and assist with onboarding.
• Transport, organise and manage equipment.
• Communicate professionally with all stakeholders.
• Uphold safeguarding, health & safety and behaviour standards.
• Positively represent Munchkin Sports at all times.

• Confident working with children.
• Experience in sports coaching, teaching or youth activity roles.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Energetic leader comfortable managing groups.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable, organised and adaptable.
• Passionate about youth development.
• Able to travel to Catford and throughout Bromley/South East London.

• Salary £24,000–£26,000 (experience dependent).
• 24 days paid holiday.
• Full coaching kit provided.
• Enhanced DBS.
• First Aid & Safeguarding training.

• Clear career pathways and promotion opportunities.
• Mentoring, support and regular development sessions.
• Friendly, collaborative team culture.
• Team meetings, socials and seasonal events.

• Screening call – meet recruitment team and discuss your experience.
• Face‑to‑face interview – meet field management and Head Coach manager.
• Trial shift – join a Saturday or Sunday camp and show your skills.

If you’re excited by the chance to coach, lead and make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.