Head Sports Coach

Lead a successful coaching programme for students.

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Role Overview

Academy Head Coaches are responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive and successful coaching programme whilst ensuring players' safety, well-being and enjoyment during coaching sessions. Head Coaches will lead, guide and support a team of Coaches and Assistant Coaches to make sure sessions are varied and tailored to meet the learning needs and goals of the students. Academy Head Coaches will work closely with the Senior Management Team to guarantee the seamless operation of the summer school.

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to earn, learn and grow while showcasing your skills and enhancing your CV. You'll be able to add value to our courses by contributing to sports workshops or developing the sports programme. It is a valuable and opportunistic experience to see the inner workings of professional sports and work with leading brands (Arsenal Football Development). Additionally it offers networking and future job opportunities with industry professionals in fields of work including - teaching, sports business, professional sports (players), coaching and more. It will also help you grow in a personal and professional capacity by learning and working with ex-Olympians, professional and international coaches and players, and English teachers with worldwide experience. Alongside young children, you can also inspire other staff members, coaches and young professionals!

We are looking for head coaches in our Golf, Hockey, Tennis, Basketball, Rugby, Dance and Music academies.


Main roles and accountability

Main roles and accountability

  • To understand how the Exsportise activity programmes work and to ensure that all coaching, processes and paperwork meet company standards at all times. The Exsportise activity programmes are: General English Language Plus One Specialist Academy, Two Academy Camp and One Academy Camp (only available for Arsenal Football Development, Golf, Hockey and Tennis).

  • To carry out coaching responsibilities in the mornings and afternoons and ensure that registers are correct and all students are present.

  • To lead a team of Coaches and Assistant Coaches and to provide the necessary guidance and support to ensure they are coaching at an acceptable high level. This includes ensuring sessions are delivered with appropriate speed and in clear and concise English for students to continue learning English outside of the classroom (the Director of Studies can provide guidance).

  • To prepare for each session and maintain session plans, which the Centre Manager may ask for at any time. Session content is not pre-set by the Company in order to suit staff experience and knowledge. Sessions should be progressive and tailored to meet the learning needs and goals of the students.

  • To continuously review appropriate risk assessments and ensure sessions are carried out with the safety of students and staff in mind.

  • To take responsibility for all students' safety, welfare and behaviour, including discipline, during the activity programme time.

  • To assess all coaches and provide constructive feedback.

  • To assess students' standards and place them into groups according to their ability.

  • To deal calmly and efficiently with any queries or problems that staff, students, parents, or agents may have about the coaching.

  • To ensure written reports are being produced for each student at the end of each week and to carry out an end-of-week presentation of Awards

  • To ensure all activity equipment is kept in good condition, is stored away safely after each session and an end-of-summer inventory is created.

  • Deliver sports, nutrition, health and mindset workshops.

Unique experience to work and teach within a fast-paced and energetic multi-national environment with people from all over the world (80+ nationalities)

We are one of the highest-paying summer school providers in the UK

All meals & accommodation provided - each member of staff is given their own room

A supportive team working environment (see our values)

24/7 Welfare and Medical support

Real development opportunities within the company (performance-based promotions available within the summer)

Use of our venue sports training centres, general facilities and on-site gym in your free time

A basketball coaching clapping his students.
A basketball coaching clapping his students.

We'd love to hear from you

We'll review your application and get back to you within a week.

Available Contract Dates - 28/06/2026 to 08/08/2026

From £675

Unique experience to work and teach within a fast-paced and energetic multi-national environment with people from all over the world (80+ nationalities)

We are one of the highest-paying summer school providers in the UK

All meals and accommodation provided - each member of staff is given their own room

A supportive team working environment

24/7 Welfare and Medical support

Real development opportunities within the company (performance-based promotions available within the summer)

Use of our venue sports training centres, general facilities and on-site gym in your free time

Develop leadership and communication skills

A WEEK ON CAMP

Our Recruitment Process

Our Recruitment Process

Apply

Find a role that suits you and apply via our summer camp portal. You’ll fill in a short form, provide contact details for three referees, and complete a self-disclosure of any criminal record. The process takes about 15–20 minutes. Once submitted, we’ll confirm receipt and start reviewing your application.

Apply

Find a role that suits you and apply via our summer camp portal. You’ll fill in a short form, provide contact details for three referees, and complete a self-disclosure of any criminal record. The process takes about 15–20 minutes. Once submitted, we’ll confirm receipt and start reviewing your application.

Apply

Find a role that suits you and apply via our summer camp portal. You’ll fill in a short form, provide contact details for three referees, and complete a self-disclosure of any criminal record. The process takes about 15–20 minutes. Once submitted, we’ll confirm receipt and start reviewing your application.

Apply

Find a role that suits you and apply via our summer camp portal. You’ll fill in a short form, provide contact details for three referees, and complete a self-disclosure of any criminal record. The process takes about 15–20 minutes. Once submitted, we’ll confirm receipt and start reviewing your application.

Initial Phone Call

We’ll check your application for key qualifications and characteristics. If successful, you’ll be invited to a short 10-minute phone or video call to explore your motivation and answer basic questions. If all goes well, we’ll schedule a second interview shortly after.

Initial Phone Call

We’ll check your application for key qualifications and characteristics. If successful, you’ll be invited to a short 10-minute phone or video call to explore your motivation and answer basic questions. If all goes well, we’ll schedule a second interview shortly after.

Initial Phone Call

We’ll check your application for key qualifications and characteristics. If successful, you’ll be invited to a short 10-minute phone or video call to explore your motivation and answer basic questions. If all goes well, we’ll schedule a second interview shortly after.

Initial Phone Call

We’ll check your application for key qualifications and characteristics. If successful, you’ll be invited to a short 10-minute phone or video call to explore your motivation and answer basic questions. If all goes well, we’ll schedule a second interview shortly after.

Interview

A different team member will ask about your skills, experience, and reasons for working with children. We may also explore any gaps in your work history. For some roles, a task may be included. EFL teachers will have an extra interview focused on teaching.

Interview

A different team member will ask about your skills, experience, and reasons for working with children. We may also explore any gaps in your work history. For some roles, a task may be included. EFL teachers will have an extra interview focused on teaching.

Interview

A different team member will ask about your skills, experience, and reasons for working with children. We may also explore any gaps in your work history. For some roles, a task may be included. EFL teachers will have an extra interview focused on teaching.

Interview

A different team member will ask about your skills, experience, and reasons for working with children. We may also explore any gaps in your work history. For some roles, a task may be included. EFL teachers will have an extra interview focused on teaching.

Conditional Job Offer

If successful, you’ll receive a conditional offer based on checks like references, qualifications, right to work, and a DBS or police certificate. Once cleared, you’ll get your contract and onboarding details. Signed and ready? Welcome to TEAM ORANGE!

Conditional Job Offer

If successful, you’ll receive a conditional offer based on checks like references, qualifications, right to work, and a DBS or police certificate. Once cleared, you’ll get your contract and onboarding details. Signed and ready? Welcome to TEAM ORANGE!

Conditional Job Offer

If successful, you’ll receive a conditional offer based on checks like references, qualifications, right to work, and a DBS or police certificate. Once cleared, you’ll get your contract and onboarding details. Signed and ready? Welcome to TEAM ORANGE!

Conditional Job Offer

If successful, you’ll receive a conditional offer based on checks like references, qualifications, right to work, and a DBS or police certificate. Once cleared, you’ll get your contract and onboarding details. Signed and ready? Welcome to TEAM ORANGE!

About you

We look for Team Members who are: (Personal Specification and qualifications)

  • Appropriate coaching qualification in your chosen activity (i.e. Minimum Level 2/3 or above coaching qualification for sports, PGA Professional status for golf, dance degree/ diploma and teaching experience for dance, RPT or LTA for Tennis, EHA for Hockey, UEFA for football) or vastly high achiever in your chosen activity - (i.e. ex/current top league professional or Olympic level)

  • Highly organised and responsible character with excellent time management skills

  • Strong leadership skills, be able to manage, develop and motivate a team of coaches and able to set high standards

  • Able to deal well with pressure and to multi-task

  • Enthusiastic and friendly

  • Excellent communication skills with people of all levels

  • Flexible and adaptable approach to working hours

Ways we support our coaches:

  • Paid, job-specific training before student arrival (induction programme)

  • On-going support from Head Office and Elite sports professionals

  • Fully paid Enhanced DBS check

  • CPD and appraisals

  • Wellbeing initiative - 24/7 Welfare and Medical support

  • All meals and accommodation included

  • Continual support for all staff from the Head Office Team, both on-site and via phone/email

  • Safeguarding and prevent training

  • Supportive team working environment

To Apply

  • To understand how the Exsportise activity programmes work and to ensure that all coaching, processes and paperwork meet company standards at all times. The Exsportise activity programmes are: General English Language Plus One Specialist Academy, Two Academy Camp and One Academy Camp (only available for Arsenal Football Development, Golf, Hockey and Tennis).

  • To carry out coaching responsibilities in the mornings and afternoons and ensure that registers are correct and all students are present.

  • To lead a team of Coaches and Assistant Coaches and to provide the necessary guidance and support to ensure they are coaching at an acceptable high level. This includes ensuring sessions are delivered with appropriate speed and in clear and concise English for students to continue learning English outside of the classroom (the Director of Studies can provide guidance).

  • To prepare for each session and maintain session plans, which the Centre Manager may ask for at any time. Session content is not pre-set by the Company in order to suit staff experience and knowledge. Sessions should be progressive and tailored to meet the learning needs and goals of the students.

  • To continuously review appropriate risk assessments and ensure sessions are carried out with the safety of students and staff in mind.

  • To take responsibility for all students' safety, welfare and behaviour, including discipline, during the activity programme time.

  • To assess all coaches and provide constructive feedback.

  • To assess students' standards and place them into groups according to their ability.

  • To deal calmly and efficiently with any queries or problems that staff, students, parents, or agents may have about the coaching.

  • To ensure written reports are being produced for each student at the end of each week and to carry out an end-of-week presentation of Awards

  • To ensure all activity equipment is kept in good condition, is stored away safely after each session and an end-of-summer inventory is created.

  • Deliver sports, nutrition, health and mindset workshops.

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