Address: Crawfords CE Primary School, Haughley, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 3QZ Salary: £29,093 pro rata Hours: 10 hours per week, 39 weeks per year* Contract: 12 months Fixed Term initially, September to August. Required as soon as possible Reference: 7668 * Part Time: afternoons only. 10 hours per week across 3 days (additional hours may be required). Crawfords CE Primary School is a vibrant and inclusive primary school located in the heart of Suffolk. Our school prides itself on providing a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential academically, socially, and physically. Job role: Sports Coach Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2 Job Description: plan, deliver, monitor, and assess a coordinated programme of activities, including games, dance, gymnastics, athletics, and outdoor and adventurous activities based on the National Curriculum requirements teach PE lessons to all primary school-aged children work collaboratively with other adults to enhance their delivery of PE lessons lead occasional CPD sessions for teaching staff. (Experience of delivering CPD is essential) help organise sports events in partnership with the Suffolk School Sports Partnership run engaging lunchtime and after-school sports clubs where appropriate promote a positive attitude towards physical activity and healthy lifestyles, ensuring all children have opportunities to participate set and maintain high standards for yourself and others inspire, motivate, and bring enthusiasm to every session show commitment to providing equal opportunities for all children, supporting them in overcoming individual barriers to learning collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents, and the community to make a positive impact on our children and families. We will offer you: Supportive Leadership : Benefit from total support from our Head Teacher and the Tilian Leadership team, who prioritise your professional development CPD Opportunities : Work within the local network of schools, offering excellent continuous professional development opportunities Enthusiastic Students : Teach wonderfully enthusiastic and friendly children who take ownership of their learning journey Community Spirit : Join a school community known for its happiness, commitment, and strong ethos. If you are a dedicated professional who is passionate about inspiring young minds and promoting physical activity, we want to hear from you. Join us at Crawfords CE Primary School and be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of our children and families. Essential Criteria experience teaching PE to primary-aged children delivers CPD to staff (confidently and independently) understanding of National Curriculum for PE plans and assesses full PE programme (games, dance, gymnastics, athletics, OAA) leads engaging lunchtime / after-school sports clubs collaborates well with teachers and support staff promotes physical activity and healthy lifestyles sets and maintains high standards inspires, motivates, and brings enthusiasm commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities communicates effectively with parents and external partners leads and organises events (e.g. sports day, SSP events). Desirable Criteria • a Qualified Coaching Certificates and/or Sports/PE Degree • a First Aid qualification • safeguarding or DSL training • experience mentoring staff or working across a MAT • inclusive sports experience (SEND provision) • specialist in one or more sports • behaviour management through physical activity. How to apply To apply, please complete the Application Form (word) outlining your suitability for the role and return it by email to admin@crawfordsprimary.suffolk.sch.uk and put FAO: the Headteacher in the subject box. Closing date: 12 pm, 15 July 2025. Interview date: 17 July 2025. Crawfords CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to relevant background checks. Commitment to safeguarding The Tilian Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In our schools we create a culture of safeguarding which is the responsibility of all staff.