Job Description
Sports Coach & Primary Support | Richmond | £110-£120 per day | Full-Time, Monday to Friday | September 2025
Are you a passionate Sports Coach eager to combine your love for physical activity with meaningful classroom support? Long Term Futures is partnering with a vibrant primary school in Richmond, seeking a confident and enthusiastic individual who can lead engaging sports sessions while also providing vital support as a Teaching Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for a consistent, impactful role.
The Opportunity: Fostering Holistic Development
This is a rewarding full-time position within a "Good"-rated primary school in Richmond. You will play a crucial dual role, enhancing pupils' physical development through sport and contributing to their overall learning experience within the classroom. This long-term contract offers stability and has the strong potential to become permanent. You'll be instrumental in creating an environment where children can thrive, building confidence and key life skills through both physical education and academic support.
Your Role: Key Contributions to Pupil Well-being
As a Sports Coach and Primary Support, your key contributions will include:
* Leading dynamic physical education lessons and structured break-time activities across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
* Utilising sport as a powerful tool to build self-esteem, promote positive behaviour, and cultivate teamwork among pupils.
* Providing targeted academic support to children, either one-on-one or in small groups, within the classroom setting.
* Assisting with the development and implementation of individual support plans in collaboration with teaching staff and the SENCo.
* Helping to run engaging lunchtime clubs, after-school sports sessions, and enrichment activities.
* Serving as a positive role model, championing resilience, fair play, and perseverance.
What We Require: Essential Qualifications & Skills
To thrive in this dual role, you'll need:
* Demonstrable experience coaching children in school environments or youth sports settings.
* A strong understanding of how physical activity contributes to overall pupil well-being and development.
* Willingness and capability to provide effective academic support and interventions across various subjects.
* A positive, proactive attitude with a calm and approachable manner.
* The ability to build strong, positive relationships with pupils from diverse backgrounds.
* A valid enhanced DBS check or the willingness to obtain one.
Working With Us: Benefits & Support
Partnering with Long Term Futures and this Richmond school offers:
* Access to continuous professional development opportunities.
* A positive and collaborative work environment focused on pupil growth.
* Consistent, long-term work with potential for permanency - no daily supply.
* Support and guidance available from our dedicated consultants.
Your Application: How to Proceed
If you're ready to combine your passion for sport with meaningful classroom support:
* Send your up-to-date CV.
* Connect directly with Jack, our South West London specialist.
* Complete the necessary background and compliance checks.
* Arrange your interview with the school team.
Richmond is well-connected by public transport and road, offering easy access from areas such as Twickenham, Kingston upon Thames, Hounslow, Putney, and Wimbledon.
Reach out to Jack @ Long Term Futures today to learn more about this role or explore other rewarding vacancies!