The posting
Job Title: Lead Sports Coach
Are you passionate about inspiring children to lead active, healthy lives and achieve their full potential through sport? At Barton Hill Academy, we are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Lead Sports Coach to play a pivotal role in developing high-quality physical education, school sport and physical activity opportunities for our pupils. You will deliver engaging PE lessons, lead extracurricular activities and competitions, and help foster confidence, resilience and teamwork in every child. Working closely with school leaders and staff, you will champion a culture of participation and enjoyment in sport while supporting pupils' physical, social and emotional development. The role will also contribute to the delivery of high-quality PE lessons, sports clubs, festivals and competitions, promoting healthy lifestyles and positive outcomes for all pupils.
Key responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality, engaging PE lessons across the academy, ensuring learning is inclusive and meets the needs of all pupils.
- Plan and prepare structured PE lessons that support pupil progress and align with National Curriculum requirements.
- Lead and develop a varied programme of lunchtime, after-school and enrichment sports activities to increase participation in physical activity.
- Organise and deliver sports festivals, tournaments and inter-school competitions, promoting teamwork, resilience and enjoyment of sport.
- Act as a positive role model, inspiring pupils to develop confidence, self-esteem and healthy lifestyle habits through sport and physical activity.
Pay range:
- SCP 5 - 7: £18,845.81 - £19,449.83
- FTE: £26,427.00 - £27,274.00
- 30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
- 4 days a week - 8.30am - 4.30pm
Qualifications and Skills:
- A passion for sport, physical education and promoting healthy, active lifestyles among children.
- Experience of planning and delivering engaging sports coaching and physical activity sessions for primary-aged pupils.
- Strong knowledge of a range of sports and physical activities, with the ability to adapt sessions to meet varying abilities and needs.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents and external partners.
- The ability to motivate, inspire and engage children, encouraging confidence, resilience, teamwork and participation.
E-ACT Barton Hill Academy- Work Hard, Be Kind, Have Courage
E-ACT Barton Hill Academy is a vibrant, diverse primary school located in the heart of Bristol. We are proud to serve a diverse community and are committed to providing a safe, nurturing environment where every child can thrive.
Our dedicated staff work collaboratively to deliver a broad and balanced curriculum that inspires curiosity and a love of learning. Our mission is clear- at our school- All Children, All Backgrounds, All Succeeding!
As part of the E-ACT family, we benefit from strong support networks and professional development opportunities that empower staff to grow and succeed.
Find out more here: https://bartonhillacademy.e-act.org.uk
Want to make a difference to young people?
Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence?
What are we about?
Join a trust that is going places!
At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our ‘Opening Minds, Opening Doors’ strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard.
We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and nationally, providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Most recently, E-ACT was named Large Trust MAT of the Year 2026 at the MAT Excellence Awards. Our achievements are further recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, as well as the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024.
E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour. In addition, Greenfields Academy has been designated as a RISE Reception Network Lead School. This is a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.
Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk
Benefits:
Financial and Lifestyle
We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.
Professional Growth and Development
We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.
Culture and Wellbeing
Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.
Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.
How to apply:
Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application.
E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
