Sports Coordinator

Summary:

Sports Coordinator role with focus on sports administration and fitness suite management.

About the School:

A school committed to fostering a collaborative, innovative, and supportive community that celebrates individual potential and promotes lifelong learning.

The Opportunity:

As a Sports Coordinator, you will play a key role in managing sports fixtures, overseeing the Fitness Suite, and ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for students and staff. This position is ideal for someone passionate about sports and administration, with a strong focus on organisation and student welfare.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Director of Sport.
• Coordinate all sports fixtures, including liaising with opposition schools, booking transport and facilities, and managing fixture calendars.
• Maintain accurate records of fixtures, teams, results, and participation.
• Support the organisation of sports events, tournaments, and competitions on and off site.
• Ensure timely communication with staff, students, and parents regarding fixtures and schedules.
• Oversee the safe use of gym equipment and conduct gym induction sessions.
• Support the safe operation and supervision of the school swimming pool when required.
• Monitor student access and usage, ensuring appropriate supervision and conduct.
• Report any health and safety issues, equipment faults, or concerns promptly.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Strong organisational and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Previous experience in an administrative or coordination role.
• Confident interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work calmly under pressure.
• High level of professionalism and discretion, particularly when working with students.
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and digital scheduling systems.
• A recognised fitness-related qualification (e.g. Level 2 or Level 3 Personal Training, Gym Instructor, or equivalent).
• Understanding of, or willingness to learn, safeguarding responsibilities in a school environment.

Preferred

• Experience working in a school or sports setting.
• Knowledge of school sports fixtures or extracurricular programmes.
• Familiarity with gym or fitness environments.
• A relevant swimming or pool related qualification (e.g. Swim England / STA, Basic Pool Plant Awareness, or equivalent).
• First Aid or relevant health and safety training (or willingness to undertake training).

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Full health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous professional development and training opportunities.
• Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free dining facilities and healthy food options.